Cystic Neoplasms of the Pancreas.
Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)
Cystic neoplasms of the pancreas are being identified at an increasing frequency largely due to the increased use of abdominal cross-sectional imaging. These neoplasms represent a heterogeneous group of tumors with various genetic alterations, molecular features, and risks of malignancy. Despite the use of high-resolution radiographic studies, endoscopic evaluation, cyst fluid analysis, and novel molecular diagnostics, many of these lesions remain difficult to classify without operative resection. These diagnostic challenges are coupled with an improving but limited understanding of the natural history of these neoplasms. Treatment of pancreatic cystic neoplasms therefore remains controversial but consists largely of a selective tumor-specific approach to surgical resection. Future research remains necessary to better discriminate the biological behavior of these tumors in order to more appropriately select patients for operative intervention.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Chandwani, R; Allen, PJ
Published Date
- 2016
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 67 /
Start / End Page
- 45 - 57
PubMed ID
- 26565675
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1545-326X
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1146/annurev-med-051914-022011
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States