Indiana University
Physicians need a tracking system for specific treatment modalities, and data to determine the impact of endoscopic ultrasound pain management for patients with chronic pancreatitis.
Chronic pancreatitis is extremely painful and pain management in patients with chronic pancreatitis is challenging. The etiology of abdominal pain in chronic pancreatitis is considered multifactorial. Current treatments for pain control primarily include narcotic \& opioid administration; however, these medications require titration of dosage for optimal pain control and are frequently followed by adverse effects such as constipation, nausea or drug addiction. Currently, the FDA has imposed strict regulations regarding the amount, frequency \& length of time patients may receive these medicati…
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * Referral for the treatment of pain related to chronic pancreatitis Exclusion Criteria: * Less than 18 years of age * Absence of chronic pancreatitis
When CPBs are not effective (less than one month of relief) then a Celiac Plexus Neurolysis may be completed to manage pain associated with Chronic Pancreatitis.
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