The life expectancy after acute pancreatitis depends on a variety of factors, including the severity of the condition and any complications that may arise. In general, most people who experience acute pancreatitis make a full recovery and have a normal life expectancy.
However, in severe cases, acute pancreatitis can be life-threatening and may result in death. it is important for anyone who has had acute pancreatitis to receive appropriate medical treatment and follow their doctor’s recommendations to prevent further complications and improve their chances of a full recovery.
Life expectancy with chronic pancreatitis may be lower than for people without the condition; research has found that the 10-year survival after diagnosis is up to 30 percent lower than that for the general population. If pancreatitis becomes acute, the mortality rate is about 10 percent.
When acute pancreatitis is severe with damage and bleeding or inflammation that has spread to other organs, the likelihood of fatality can be over 30 percent. However, milder cases of acute pancreatitis often have complete recovery with minimal effect on life expectancy.