New for 2026! Acute pancreatitis, coeliac disease, measles and more

Agenda

• 25 min

  Acute pancreatitis

  Acute pancreatitis typically presents with severe sudden-onset mid-epigastric or left upper quadrant abdominal pain, which often radiates to the back. Nausea and vomiting are seen in the majority of patients. Swift diagnosis is important because, although approximately 80% of cases are mild, in severe cases the mortality rate is as high as 30%. This session looks at how to recognise this condition clinically, which investigations to perform and the best treatment options.

• 25 min

  Alcohol withdrawal

  Alcohol withdrawal occurs in patients who are alcohol-dependent and who have stopped or reduced their alcohol intake within hours or days of presentation. Symptoms typically begin 6 to 24 hours after the patient's last alcoholic drink and may progress to life-threatening alcohol withdrawal delirium (also known as delirium tremens), with or without seizures. This presentation gives an overview of how to recognise the condition, effective treatment options and when to consider hospital admission.

• 25 min

  Post-traumatic stress disorder

  Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may develop (either immediately or delayed) following exposure to a stressful event or situation of an exceptionally threatening or catastrophic nature. Assessment should cover physical, psychological and social needs and an assessment of risk; this can be facilitated by the use of screening questionnaires and a clinical interview schedule. We look at PTSD risk factors, common presentations, evidence-based treatment options and prognosis.

• 25 min

  Gambling-related harms: NICE guidance

  In 2025, NICE published a new guideline focused on gambling related harms. This session reviews that guideline and discusses identifying those experiencing gambling-related harms and the support that can be offered.

• 25 min

  Long-term risks of proton pump inhibitors

  Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are some of the most widely prescribed medications worldwide, but concerns have been raised about potential long-term risks. Here, we review the current evidence and offer practical advice for reducing risks.

• 25 min

  Coeliac disease

  A discussion of serological testing, referral criteria and management of coeliac disease. We also cover recommended dietary advice and monitoring for those with this condition.

• 25 min

  Measles

  With rising numbers of measles cases in the UK, this session focuses on the diagnosis and management of measles. It also covers the complications that can be associated with this condition.