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Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis

This book outlines the methodologies, key results, and future directions used in patients with acute pancreatitis, methodological elements included forming strategic national and international collaborations, establishing patient registries and biobanks, and strongly focusing on education and guideline development. Key results encompassed pioneering research on pancreatic ductal function and the role of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) in inflammation, significant advancements in understanding acute and chronic pancreatitis, and the execution of numerous clinical trials to explore new therapeutic approaches. Despite challenges, such as securing funding and translating research into clinical practice, the commitment to patient care and scientific innovation has been unwavering. The authors aim to deepen research into pancreatic cancer and chronic pancreatitis, conduct more randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and expand their efforts internationally by involving global staff and patients. We hope that this summary inspires others to undertake similar initiatives and contribute to the global advancement of medical research and patient care in pancreatology.