The Balthazar

The Balthazar is a medical scoring system used to evaluate the severity of pancreatitis based on imaging findings, typically from a CT scan. It assesses the extent of pancreatic inflammation and damage, assigning grades from A to E: A indicates a normal pancreas, while E signifies extensive inflammation with complications. This score helps doctors determine the severity of the condition, guide treatment decisions, and predict outcomes. By providing a standardized way to interpret imaging results, the Balthazar score improves communication among healthcare providers and supports more tailored patient care.