Objective: To develop a new international classification of acute pancreatitis severity on the
basis of a sound conceptual framework, comprehensive review of published evidence, and
worldwide consultation. Background: The Atlanta definitions of acute pancreatitis severity
are ingrained in the lexicon of pancreatologists but suboptimal because these definitions are
based on empiric description of occurrences that are merely associated with severity.
Methods: A personal invitation to contribute to the development of a new international …

… Publication types … Pancreatitis / diagnosis* Severity of Illness Index* …