Evidence checklist
Pancreatitis
Evidence strength
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Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 2 collectedCT scan of the abdomen (with contrast) or MRCP showing pancreatic edema, necrosis, pseudocysts, ductal dilation, or parenchymal atrophy consistent with acute or chronic pancreatitis.
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A medical opinion connecting pancreatitis to service-connected alcohol use disorder, hypertriglyceridemia, gallstone disease, or medications (e.g., steroids, tetracyclines) used during service.
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Treating physician
0 of 1 collectedLab results showing elevated serum lipase (>=3x upper limit of normal) and/or amylase during acute pancreatitis episodes, confirming the diagnosis.
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Treatment records
0 of 1 collectedInpatient records documenting acute pancreatitis admissions, severity scoring (Ranson, BISAP), ICU stays, interventions, and length of stay.
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Lay statements
0 of 3 collectedMedical records or a personal log documenting how many abdominal or mid-back pain episodes you have per year and whether each required outpatient treatment or hospitalization — central to the DC 7347 rating (30% for at least one episode a year needing ongoing outpatient care, 60% for three or more episodes with at least one hospitalization, 100% for daily pain with three or more hospitalizations a year).
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A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
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Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.
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Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedStandardized form capturing episode frequency, imaging findings, enzyme levels, complications, and functional limitations.
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Service records
0 of 1 collectedMilitary medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
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