Summary of Chronic PancreatitisChronic pancreatitis is a syndrome involving progressive inflammatory changes in the pancreas that results in permanent structural damage. The main cause is chronic alcohol use. Signs and symptoms are similar to that of acute pancreatitis + diabetic signs and symptoms. Pathological change seen is fibrosis, scarring and atrophy. Management is to slow the progression of the diseases by stopping alcohol consumption, encourage a diet rich in antioxidants, diet modification (reduced fat). Surgical treatment include treating the reversible cause, complications that come with pancreatitis and pancreatoduodenectomy (partial or full)
