Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of the pancreas: Management and long-term outcome

Pancreatic Cystic Neoplasms: Diagnosis, Management and Indications for Surgical Procedures. Part II

“…The current treatment of SPN is surgical resection, depending on the radiological characteristics and the location of the tumour in the pancreas (49,50,52,57,54).…”

“…In the case of surgical approach, especially in the presence of worrisome signs such as interrupted capsule or predominantly solid tumour (50,60,52), the radical resection is usually chosen. However, in the case of minor patients, taking into account the increased survival rate and the consequences of extensive surgery that considerably lower the quality of life, it is advisable to perform a minimum resection with tissue preservation, such as tumour enucleation whenever possible (64,65,66,67).…”

Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm of the Pancreas: Experience of a Tertiary Hospital

“…Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of pancreas (SPNP) is a rare tumor, with low aggressive behavior, corresponding to 0,3 to 2,7% of all pancreatic tumors (1)(2)(3). Ninety per cent of the patients are female, between the second and fourth decade of life (1,4,5).…”

“…There has been an increase in incidence of this entity in the last two decades, most likely due to an increased diagnostic yield, with the use of more sophisticated image methods, than a real incidence increase (5). As a result, more SPNP were diagnosed in asymptomatic patients, and the tumor size tended to be smaller (5). Despite the significant size this type of tumor can exhibit, it is frequently asymptomatic but may present with abdominal pain or palpable mass (5).…”

“…As a result, more SPNP were diagnosed in asymptomatic patients, and the tumor size tended to be smaller (5). Despite the significant size this type of tumor can exhibit, it is frequently asymptomatic but may present with abdominal pain or palpable mass (5). Due to its rarity and uncommon clinical presentation, this entity offers a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge.…”