All patients with acute pancreatitis require close medical supervision in a hospital setting. Initial treatment focuses on pain management and the balance of body fluids. In cases of severe acute pancreatitis (necrotizing pancreatitis), patients may be admitted to an intensive care unit, as serious complications such as impaired kidney and lung function can develop. Surgical intervention may also be necessary depending on the severity of the condition. Furthermore, treating the underlying diseases that cause pancreatitis is of critical importance. For instance, if gallstones lead to pancreatitis, a cholecystectomy (gallbladder surgery) may be performed; if medications are the cause, the relevant drugs are changed; if it's related to alcohol consumption, supportive approaches to cease alcohol intake may be recommended.