Solid pseudopapillary Tumor of the Pancreas: Radiological and surgical review

Abstract

Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasms of the pancreas are rare pancreatic tumors with low-grade malignant potential, typically affecting young females. In this review, we discuss the surgical anatomy; the imaging characteristics, and image reporting essentials for proper surgical planning along with the atypical features which should caution the physician regarding the risk of malignancy. We also discuss the common surgical procedures and organ preservation surgeries along with a comprehensive review of the literature.

Keywords: Distal pancreatectomy (DP); Duodenopancreatectomy and pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD/PPPD); Median pancreatectomy (MP); Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm (SPN) of the pancreas; Whipple’'s procedure.