Topical issues of diagnosis of acute destructive pancreatitis

Introduction. One of the important and discussed topics in modern medicine, according to research results, are diseases of the pancreas - their diagnosis and treatment. Currently, between 27 and 50 cases of diseases per 100,000 population are detected in Russia.The main part. The classification, forms and complications of acute pancreatitis are considered. A modern view of the pathogenesis of the development of destructive pancreatitis and the role of pancreatic enzymes in the development of pancreatic necrosis and complications is described. The analysis of the literature data on changes in laboratory blood parameters and their prognostic value is carried out. Modern instrumental research methods are analyzed, their diagnostic value in choosing a treatment method, as well as in identifying postoperative complications.Conclusion. The diagnosis of acute pancreatitis should be carried out comprehensively and include both clinical and laboratory data, as well as the results of instrumental studies. Conducting further research in the field of diagnosis of acute pancreatitis will allow us to formulate a clear algorithm of actions, which as a result will contribute to early prediction of the course of the disease.