Solid pseudopapillary epithelial neoplasm of pancreas
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
Solid pseudopapillary epithelial neoplasm of pancreas (SPEN) is a rare pancreatic tumor with an unclear pathogenesis and good prognosis after resection. We report our experience with three cases of SPEN of the pancreas. All patients were females with an age range of 15 – 42yrs. Preoperatively FNAC was done in one of the patients and two patients underwent surgery without preoperative diagnosis because of high suspicion of SPEN based on clinical and radiological findings. By immunohistochemistry, all cases stained strongly for vimentin, CD 10 and variably with pankeratin. Patients have been on a regular follow up showing no evidence of recurrence or metastatic disease. In conclusion, SPEN of the pancreas should be considered in the differential diagnosis of any solid and partly cystic pancreatic or upper abdominal mass, particularly in young females. Solid pseudopapillary epithelial neoplasms of pancreas are a rare but treatable pancreatic tumor. Complete surgical excision is the treatment of choice and can be achieved through an open or minimal access technique.
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Madhusudhanan Gnanasekaran, Sivagami M, Indhu Kannan
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