Fat necrosis is most commonly associated with which clinical condition?
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Correct answer: Acute pancreatitis
Acute pancreatitis leads to the release of activated lipases into the peritoneal cavity. These enzymes liquefy fat cell membranes and split triglyceride esters, which then combine with calcium to form visible chalky-white areas (saponification).
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