Microcystic adenoma of the pancreas: report on four cases and review of the literature

Gastrointest Radiol. 1991 Winter;16(1):62-6. doi: 10.1007/BF01887306.

Abstract

Four cases of microcystic adenoma of the pancreas, including ultrasonographic (US) and computed tomographic (CT) data, are described. These tumors generally present as large, well-delimited pancreatic masses whose multicystic nature is readily evidenced on postcontrast CT scans. While the presence of cysts less than 2 cm in diameter and a central, star-like calcification are very specific, the frequency of atypical forms generally justifies exploratory surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cystadenoma* / diagnostic imaging
  • Cystadenoma* / epidemiology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / diagnostic imaging
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / epidemiology
  • Radiography
  • Ultrasonography