Fat Chance Without It: Insulin for Hypertriglyceridemia-Induced Pancreatitis

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Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - Sunday, March 12, 2028, 11:59 PM


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), ABS CC (1.00 hours), ACPE Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours), ANCC Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours), General Attendance (1.00 hours), IPCE Credit(s) (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.00 hours)

Hypertriglyceridemia induced acute pancreatitis is a severe condition patients can present with to the hospital with limited pharmacotherapy. Treatment strategies typically involve costly and invasive modalities. Most pharmacotherapy options require days to weeks to take effect and do not achieve the quick resolution that is medically desired. Intravenous insulin has been shown to adequately and quickly reduce triglycerides in this patient population. However, many clinicians are concerned since there has not been a defined dosing strategy and there is potential risk for adverse drug reactions such as hypoglycemia and electrolyte abnormalities. Many retrospective studies have been published highlighting the utility of an insulin infusion for this patient population with minimal adverse events. It is important that pharmacists know the optimal treatment and recommendations for these patients to optimize outcomes and prevent significant side effects. This presentation will provide a literature review and evaluate whether an insulin infusion should be utilized for patients presenting with hypertriglyceridemia induced acute pancreatitis.

1. Discuss Current hypertriglyceridemia from acute pancreatitis treatment recommendations
2. Interpret current literature on the use of intravenous insulin in patients presenting with hypertriglyceridemia from acute pancreatitis
3. Develop recommendations for the role of intravenous insulin for the treatment of hypertriglyceridemia from acute pancreatitis

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.00 IPCE credits for learning and change.

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