This document provides an overview of acute pancreatitis including its anatomy, causes, clinical presentation, diagnosis, prognosis, management, and complications. Some key points: - Acute pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas that can range from mild to severe. Gallstones and alcohol are common causes. - Symptoms include severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Physical exam may reveal abdominal tenderness while blood tests can show elevated pancreatic enzymes. - CT scan is the best imaging method and can identify complications like pancreatic necrosis. Prognosis is predicted by Ranson's criteria or the Balthazar CT severity index. - Mild cases are treated with fluids and pain management while severe cases require