Case report highlights acute pancreatitis as a rare complication of hepatitis E, suggesting early HEV screening is crucial for better management.
Clinicians should consider Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) a rare but significant etiology alongside established primary triggers, including gallstones and alcohol. Early HEV screening for hepatic and pancreatic dysfunction is required to improve care and avoid unnecessary interventions, especially in endemic regions.
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