[Pancreatitis and pregnancy - a contribution to the discussion on pathogenesis (author's transl)]

No unambiguous elucidation has yet been achieved regarding aetiology and pathogenesis of gestational pancreatitis. Impairment of blood circulation seems to play a major pathogenetic role. The problem is discussed, with reference being made to one case each of hyperlipidaemia and severe hypertensive late gestosis.