The Joint Global Epidemiology of Pancreatic Cancer and Pancreatitis: Co‐Occurrence Patterns, Shared Risk Factors, and Projections to 2040

Co-occurrence of pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis follows a strong sociodemographic gradient that parallels the distribution of modifiable risk exposures. Integrated strategies combining targeted surveillance with lifestyle and metabolic risk reduction are needed to mitigate the growing joint burden of pancreatic diseases.