This document provides an overview of acute pancreatitis, including: 1. It discusses the pathophysiology of acute pancreatitis, including local effects within the pancreas and general systemic effects involving multiple organ systems. 2. The most common causes of acute pancreatitis are gallstones and alcohol consumption. Radiology findings and severity scores can help assess prognosis. 3. Treatment involves pain relief, fluid resuscitation for shock, and monitoring for complications like necrosis which may require drainage or necrosectomy.