Classification of acute pancreatitis—2012: revision of the Atlanta classification and definitions by international consensus

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Peter A. Banks · Harvard University

Thomas L. Bollen · St. Antonius Ziekenhuis

Christos Dervenis · Agia Olga Hospital

Hein G. Gooszen · Radboud University Nijmegen

Colin Johnson · University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

Michael G. Sarr · Mayo Clinic

Gregory G. Tsiotos

Abstract

This international, web-based consensus provides clear definitions to classify acute pancreatitis using easily identified clinical and radiologic criteria. The wide consultation among pancreatologists to reach this consensus should encourage widespread adoption.

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Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management

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Published in: Gut

Volume 62, Issue 1, pp. 102-111

DOI: 10.1136/gutjnl-2012-302779

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