Serum calprotectin in infected pancreatic necrosis

Introduction: Calprotectin (Cal) is a calcium-binding protein secreted predominantly by neutrophils and monocytes. Serum Cal level is known to be elevated in patients with acute pancreatitis, but it is thought not to be a useful marker for early prediction of severity of pancreatitis. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the role of serum Cal in the prediction of infected acute necrotizing pancreatitis. Patients and Methods: Between November 2011 and February 2013 patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis admitted to our clinic were recruited. Additionally positive controls with edematous pancreatitis…