Cystadenoma and cystadenocarcinoma of the pancreas

Cystadenoma of the pancreas. A report of two cases

“…As might be expected in a multicystic lesion, marsupialization almost invariably leads to recurrence (Piper and others, 1962;Becker, 1969, whilst biopsy or partial excision results in fistula formation (Murray and Spier, 1961). Total excision of a cystadenoma usually presents no special difficulty, whilst even an early cystadenocarcinoma may be completely removed as it is often encapsulated (Ayella, Howard, v d Grotzinger, 1962) and may be only locally invasive (Campbell and Cruikshank, 1962).…”

Serous Cystadenoma of the Pancreas Associated with Coincidental Abnormalities

“…28], although these enzymes may be present within the cyst fluid [ 1,11 ]. In the present case, a slightly elevated level of serum amylase was observed, although pancreatitis is an unusual accompaniment of cystadenomas [3,11]. This elevation required us to conduct an ultrasonographic examination of the patient.…”

“…Gynecologic abnormalities have been especially prevalent. The most consistent associated dis ease is cholelithiasis [10][11][12], Benign and malignant neo plasms [13], particularly breast carcinoma [9], have also A CT scan showed a large cystic mass arising in the tail of the pancreas. There were several thin septa without papillary infold ings.…”