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Idiopathic Acute Pancreatitis in ChildrenAssociation With a Clinical Picture Resembling Reye Syndrome
David M. Morens, MD;
S. L. Hammar, MD;
Donna A. Heicher, MD
Am J Dis Child. 1974;128(3):401-404.
Abstract
Two cases of acute childhood pancreatitis of unknown origin showed clinical and laboratory findings strongly suggestive of Reye syndrome. At laparotomy in one patient and autopsy in the other, severe pancreatitis was discovered. Although the criteria of Reye syndrome are presently somewhat controversial, the diagnosis is being entertained with increasing frequency due to greater awareness. When considering Reye syndrome as a diagnostic possibility, it is important to exclude pancreatic disease.
Author Affiliations
From Kauikeolani Children's Hospital, Honolulu. Dr. Morens is now with University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor.
Footnotes
Received for publication Dec 10, 1973; accepted Feb 12, 1974.
Reprint requests to F 2230 Mott Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (Dr. Morens).
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