The early stages of chronic pancreatitis are characterized by frequent painful episodes, which usually disappear over time. Currently, endoscopy is a bridge to surgery for patients who are in a critical condition and cannot immediately undergo surgery. Surgery in carefully selected patients remains the best approach to treating chronic pancreatitis.
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Pezzilli, R. Treating pain in chronic pancreatitis—is the dilemma over?. Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 9, 191–192 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrgastro.2012.33
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