MODERN APPROACHES TO THE DIAGNOSIS OF ACUTE PANCREATITIS

Acute pancreatitis is an acute inflammatory disease that represents a significant problem for human health. Currently, this condition remains one of the most relevant issues in gastroenterology and surgery due to its high incidence and the risk of severe complications. The aim of this study is to review and analyze contemporary literature on this topic. The article examines the main etiological factors, features of pathogenesis, epidemiology, and modern diagnostic methods, including laboratory and imaging techniques.