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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Obstetrics
  • Hepatology

Background:

  • Pancreatitis during pregnancy, including acute pancreatitis (AP), has increased in recent decades.
  • AP can lead to severe maternal and fetal complications.
  • Understanding diagnostic and therapeutic options for pancreatic diseases in pregnancy is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, causes, clinical characteristics, and management of pancreatitis in pregnancy.
  • To emphasize preventive strategies for AP, focusing on cholelithiasis and hypertriglyceridemia.
  • To present current reports and management strategies for pancreatic diseases during gestation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current reports and management strategies.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data and clinical characteristics.
  • Focus on diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Pancreatitis incidence in pregnancy has risen.
  • Severe complications for mother and fetus are associated with AP.
  • Prevention through managing gallstones and hypertriglyceridemia is highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of gallstones and hypertriglyceridemia before and during pregnancy is vital for AP prevention.
  • Further research is needed to improve understanding and outcomes of pancreatic diseases in pregnancy.
  • This review provides insights for scientists and practitioners on current management and future research directions.