Abstract
Introduction: Peripancreatic vascular complications secondary to acute pancreatitis can lead to hemorrhagic pancreatitis, an unusual complication of pancreatitis with an incidence of 1.3%. Carrying a potential risk for death, this complication necessitates a multidisciplinary approach. Case: A 46-year-old gentleman presented to our hospital with necrotizing pancreatitis complicated by a pseudocyst a month prior to presentation. During hospitalization, the patient had a sudden decrease in his level of consciousness accompanied by a reduction in hemoglobin levels. Hemorrhagic pancreatitis with bleeding from three major vessels was diagnosed by computed tomography angiography. The bleeding was controlled with angiographic embolization. We present here the radiological findings and interventional techniques used to control life-threatening hemorrhagic pancreatitis. Conclusion: Hemorrhagic pancreatitis is a life threatening emergency for which treatment with angiographic embolization should be commenced as soon as possible. Prompt diagnosis, team collaboration, and nonsurgical interventions could be lifesaving.