Title
Effect of Enzyme Therapy on Protein Metabolism in Chronic Pancreatitis
Phase
N/ALead Sponsor
Government of FranceStudy Type
InterventionalStatus
Completed No Results PostedIndication/Condition
PancreatitisIntervention/Treatment
pancrelipase ...Study Participants
11Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency is known to impair nutrient absorption, especially fat, but few data exist about protein absorption. We aimed to investigate this question and assess the enzyme substitution efficiency using a sensitive method.
Current enzyme therapy of the patient is stopped during 7 days
Inclusion Criteria: Chronic pancreatitis Pancreatic insufficiency Enzyme therapy treatment Exclusion Criteria: Hepatic failure Pregnancy Positive serology to HIV, HCV, AGHbS, gastro-intestinal disease