Abstract
The objective of this study was to perform a review of the literature, between the year 2014 and 2018, regarding the pathophysiology and treatment of chronic pancreatitis. Considering the analysis of the studies of this review, it could be observed that the pathophysiology of chronic pancreatitis still remains poorly understood. Chronic alcoholic pancreatitis - which is the most common - has proved to be the main target of interest for the scientific community today. Regarding the treatment of chronic pancreatitis, it was observed that it is essentially based on pain control and, when necessary, on endoscopic approach and surgical intervention. Finally, the relevant need for new lines of research on the subject was finally understood in order to consistently clarify the pathophysiology of chronic pancreatitis and how each part of the therapy influences the clinical improvement of the patient with this condition.