**8. Conclusion**

Although new guidelines have been published, there are several knowledge gaps identified in the initial management of the AP. Risk stratification of patients with AP is important to ensure the appropriate level of care. Therefore, there is a need to develop fast, easy and practical systems that can be used in the emergency room. There is also a need to define targeted therapies in AP. Future research will enable prevention of relapse, chronicity, and cancer development, improvement of quality of life and reduction of mortality.
