Abstract

Recurrent pancreatitis is seldom associated with CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Regulator) gene mutation. A 17-year-old boy presented with isolated idiopathic pancreatitis. CFTR gene mutations study revealed delta F508 heterozygous mutation. Mutations for the CFTR gene should be explored in case of recurrent pancreatitis.

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