A wolf in sheep's clothing: a non-functioning islet cell tumor of the pancreas masquerading as a microcystic (serous cystic) adenoma.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
CONTEXT: The endosonographic appearance of a microcystic "honeycomb" lesion of the pancreas usually indicates a serous cystic adenoma. CASE REPORT: We report a case of a non-functioning islet cell tumor that has the typical microcystic "honeycomb" appearance of a serous cystic adenoma. The implications for endoscopic ultrasound diagnosis and management of cystic pancreatic lesions are discussed. CONCLUSION: Islet cell tumors are a rare differential diagnosis of microcystic pancreatic lesions. If fine needle aspiration remains non-diagnostic preoperative distinction from serous cystic adenomas may be impossible.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Gerke, H; Byrne, MF; Xie, HB; Paulson, EK; Tyler, DS; Baillie, J; Jowell, PS
Published Date
- July 1, 2004
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 5 / 4
Start / End Page
- 225 - 230
PubMed ID
- 15254352
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1590-8577
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- Italy