ObjectiveTo summarize and analyze the etiologies of recurrent acute pancreatitis (RAP) and then conclude the prevention and treatment strategies.MethodSearching relevant literatures of PubMed, CNKI, Wanfang data and other databases in recent years, the etiologies of RAP were analysed and reviewed, then the prevention and treatment strategies were developed.ResultsThe causes of RAP included abnormal function and structure of biliopancreatic duct, metabolic factors, bad living habits, genetic factors and so on. Then based on etiologies of RAP, prevention and treatment strategies of it were summarized.ConclusionsWith the developments of related researches and clinical diagnosis and treatment technologies, the etiologies of RAP are gradually revealed. It is of great significance to clarify the etiologies of RAP and make prevention and treatment strategies for reducing the recurrence of acute pancreatitis.