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MediumGastroenterologyAcute pancreatitisau-amcau-acem

A 40-year-old man presents with sudden onset severe epigastric pain radiating to the back after a weekend of heavy alcohol intake. Serum amylase and lipase are markedly elevated. Ultrasound shows no gallstones. According to Australian practice, what is the mainstay of initial management of acute pancreatitis?

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