Case Report
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World J Clin Cases. Apr 6, 2025; 13(10): 102011
Published online Apr 6, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i10.102011
Maternal and fetal death associated with acute pancreatitis during pregnancy: A case report
Jin Li, Qing-Yan Zhang, Mei-Hong Zhang, Shan-Yun Jiang
Jin Li, Qing-Yan Zhang, Mei-Hong Zhang, Department of Anesthesiology, Kaihua County People’s Hospital, Quzhou 324300, Zhejiang Province, China
Shan-Yun Jiang, Center for Clinical Inspection and Quarantine, Kaihua County Center for Clinical Inspection and Quarantine, Quzhou 324300, Zhejiang Province, China
Author contributions: Zhang YQ and Zhang HM conducted the study; Li J prepared the original draft; Jiang SY conducted the review and editing. All authors reviewed and approved the final paper.
Informed consent statement: Informed written consent was obtained from the legal guardian of the participant prior to her enrollment in the study.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
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Corresponding author: Shan-Yun Jiang, MD, Center for Clinical Inspection and Quarantine, Kaihua County Center for Clinical Inspection and Quarantine, No. 59 Fenghuang Middle Road, Kaihua County, Quzhou 324300, Zhejiang Province, China. 303711388@qq.com
Received: October 5, 2024
Revised: November 10, 2024
Accepted: December 3, 2024
Published online: April 6, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Acute pancreatitis during pregnancy is an infrequent occurrence that can be linked to significant maternal and fetal mortality. The incidence of pregnancy complicated by severe acute pancreatitis accompanied by respiratory and cardiac arrest is particularly rare. This case report aims to examine the complex decision-making process involved in evaluating surgical interventions and determining the continuation or termination of pregnancy, with an emphasis on safeguarding the health of both the mother and fetus. Proactive and intensive management is crucial to prevent potentially catastrophic outcomes.