A patient with a history of hypertriglyceridemia is at increased risk for developing which type of pancreatic disorder?

A Acute pancreatitis ✓
B Chronic pancreatitis
C Pancreatic cancer
D Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors

Explanation

Hypertriglyceridemia is a known risk factor for the development of acute pancreatitis, as high levels of triglycerides can cause inflammation and damage to the pancreas.

Source

Medical journals and textbooks
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders Lipid Metabolism and Pancreatic Disorders Hypertriglyceridemia and Pancreatitis Hard MEDICAL Confidence: medium