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Park JH, Kang KA, Chang KS, Kwon HJ, Kim MS. [Malignant Pancreatic Serous Cystic Neoplasm: A Case of Local Recurrence and Liver Metastasis that Occurred During Follow-Up]. TAEHAN YONGSANG UIHAKHOE CHI 2020; 81:418-422. [PMID: 36237375 PMCID: PMC9431823 DOI: 10.3348/jksr.2020.81.2.418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2019] [Revised: 04/30/2019] [Accepted: 07/01/2019] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Serous cystic neoplasms of the pancreas are usually benign, with a low malignant potential. Herein, we report a case of malignant serous cystic neoplasm of the pancreas treated with subtotal pancreatectomy, which progressed to local recurrence and metachronous hepatic metastasis during the regular follow-up period.
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Carmicheal J, Patel A, Dalal V, Atri P, Dhaliwal AS, Wittel UA, Malafa MP, Talmon G, Swanson BJ, Singh S, Jain M, Kaur S, Batra SK. Elevating pancreatic cystic lesion stratification: Current and future pancreatic cancer biomarker(s). Biochim Biophys Acta Rev Cancer 2019; 1873:188318. [PMID: 31676330 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbcan.2019.188318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2019] [Revised: 10/25/2019] [Accepted: 10/25/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is an incredibly deadly disease with a 5-year survival rate of 9%. The presence of pancreatic cystic lesions (PCLs) confers an increased likelihood of future pancreatic cancer in patients placing them in a high-risk category. Discerning concurrent malignancy and risk of future PCL progression to cancer must be carefully and accurately determined to improve survival outcomes and avoid unnecessary morbidity of pancreatic resection. Unfortunately, current image-based guidelines are inadequate to distinguish benign from malignant lesions. There continues to be a need for accurate molecular and imaging biomarker(s) capable of identifying malignant PCLs and predicting the malignant potential of PCLs to enable risk stratification and effective intervention management. This review provides an update on the current status of biomarkers from pancreatic cystic fluid, pancreatic juice, and seromic molecular analyses and discusses the potential of radiomics for differentiating PCLs harboring cancer from those that do not.
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- Joseph Carmicheal
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA; Department of Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology-Hepatology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of General- and Visceral Surgery, University of Freiburg Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Department of Pathology and Microbiology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Pathology and Microbiology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology-Hepatology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA; Buffett Cancer Center, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA.
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA; Department of Pathology and Microbiology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA; Buffett Cancer Center, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA; Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer and Allied Diseases, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA.
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Keegan MJ, Paranandi B. Diagnosis and management of pancreatic cystic neoplasms. Frontline Gastroenterol 2019; 10:300-308. [PMID: 31288258 PMCID: PMC6583589 DOI: 10.1136/flgastro-2018-101122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2018] [Revised: 01/18/2019] [Accepted: 01/19/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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This review outlines the current classification of pancreatic cystic lesions, with a particular emphasis on pancreatic cystic neoplasms (PCNs). It will describe the diagnostic approach to PCNs, with reference to clinicopathological features, cross-sectional radiology and endoscopic ultrasound. This review will conclude with an evidence-based discussion of the management of PCNs focused on recent clinical guidelines.
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- Mathew James Keegan
- Gastroenterology, Northern Beaches Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia,Department of Gastroenterology, Peninsula Gastroenterology, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Wang X, Tan CL, Zhang H, Chen YH, Yang M, Ke NW, Liu XB. Short-term outcomes and risk factors for pancreatic fistula after pancreatic enucleation: A single-center experience of 142 patients. J Surg Oncol 2017; 117:182-190. [PMID: 29281757 DOI: 10.1002/jso.24804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2016] [Accepted: 07/18/2017] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Enucleation is increasingly used for benign or low-grade pancreatic neoplasms. Enucleation preserves the pancreatic parenchyma as well as decreases the risk of long-term endocrine and exocrine dysfunction, but may be associated with a higher rate of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF). The aim of this study was to assess short-term outcomes, in particular, POPF. METHODS Data were collected retrospectively from all 142 patients who underwent pancreatic enucleation between 2009 and 2014 in our institution were analyzed. RESULTS Lesions were most frequently located in the head and uncinate process of the pancreas (60.6%), and the most common types were neuroendocrine neoplasms (52.1%). Overall morbidity was 66%, mainly due to POPF (53.5%), and severe morbidity was only 8.4%, including one death (0.7%). Clinical POPF (Grade B or C) occurred in 22 patients (15.5%). Independent risk factors for clinical POPF were age ≥60 years, an episode of acute pancreatitis, and cystic morphology. Tumor size, coverage, histological differentiation, and prolonged operative time were not associated with the risk of POPF. CONCLUSIONS Enucleation is a safe and feasible procedure for benign or low-grade pancreatic neoplasms. The rate of clinical POPF is acceptable, and clinical POPF occurs more frequently in elderly patients (≥60 years of age), patients with cystic neoplasms, or patients with an episode of acute pancreatitis.
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- Xing Wang
- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
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Kaiser J, Büchler MW, Hackert T. [Branch duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm - surgical approach]. Chirurg 2017; 88:927-933. [PMID: 28801818 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-017-0491-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Due to increasing precision of modern imaging modalities, intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN) of the pancreas are found with increasing prevalence. Despite their malignant potential IPMN are often kept under surveillance and are not immediately resected. The 2012 International Consensus Guidelines of Fukuoka have been widely accepted for the management of IPMN. They recommend surgical resection for branch duct IPMN with "high risk stigmata", while branch duct IPMN with "worrisome features" should undergo observation without immediate resection. Consequently, patients with asymptomatic branch duct IPMN and a presumed low malignant potential mostly undergo primary surveillance to avoid surgery-related morbidity and mortality following pancreatic resection; however, with respect to the cumulative risk of malignant transformation over time, surgical resection might also be indicated for patients with branch duct IPMN with "worrisome features". This article discusses the indications for surgery and different options of resection of branch duct IPMN.
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- J Kaiser
- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Transplantationschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Transplantationschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Transplantationschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Deutschland.
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Tumor Markers in Pancreatic Cystic Fluids for Diagnosis of Malignant Cysts. Int J Biol Markers 2017; 32:e291-e296. [DOI: 10.5301/jbm.5000257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Background and aim Early diagnosis of premalignant or malignant pancreatic cysts is essential to improve prognosis. Sampling of pancreatic cyst fluid by fine-needle aspiration during endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) enables cytopathological examination combined with biochemical analysis. This study aimed to provide an aid based on biological markers for the preoperative management of patients with pancreatic cysts. Methods Pancreatic fluids obtained by EUS-guided fine-needle aspiration from 115 patients with cystic lesions were assayed for amylase, lipase, carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), CA 19-9 and CA 72-4. In addition, chromogranin A (CgA) and neuron-specific enolase (NSE) were measured in 28 fluid samples. Results ROC curve analysis of the different markers for diagnosis of mucinous cysts showed that CEA had the highest area under the curve (0.93, 95% CI 0.87-0.97), with a sensitivity and specificity of 89% and 93%, respectively, at the cutoff value of 317 μg/L. The CgA and NSE concentrations in 5 NET cysts (median values of 210 [63-492] and 68.5 [9-496] μg/L, respectively) were higher than in 23 other cysts (median values of 8 [7-828] and 2.7 [0.5-35.8] μg/L, respectively) (p = 0.0015 and p = 0.0045, respectively). Conclusions CEA is the best marker for identifying a cyst as mucinous. In case of low levels of CEA, our results suggest that CgA and NSE measurements may be helpful in the diagnosis of a neuroendocrine tumor and therefore deserve further investigation.
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Pancreatic cancer (PC) behaves very differently in comparison with other malignancies. Its incidence has been increasing continuously; mortality has not decreased, the diagnosis is frequently late, radical surgery is performed only in 15-20% of patients, and chemotherapy is only palliative. PC occurs in three different forms. Sporadic PC accounts for 90% of all PCs. Its most frequent form is the pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. The remaining 10% constitute two minority groups: familial PC (7%) and PC as a manifestation of a genetic cancer syndrome (3%). PCs are preceded by a precancerous lesion (precursor). At present, six different precursors are known. They have different histomorphological characteristics and malignant potential. The recognition and correct interpretation of individual precursors influences adequate clinical decision-making. The publication surveys the present knowledge of individual precursors and their role in the early pancreatic carcinogenesis.
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Roch AM, Bigelow K, Schmidt CM, Carr RA, Jester AL, Ceppa EP, House MG, Zyromski NJ, Nakeeb A, Schmidt CM. Management of Undifferentiated Solitary Mucinous Cystic Lesion of the Pancreas: A Clinical Dilemma. J Am Coll Surg 2017; 224:717-723. [PMID: 28126546 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2016.12.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2016] [Accepted: 12/22/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Management of solitary mucinous cystic lesions of the pancreas (MCLs) relies on correct differentiation between branch duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (BD-IPMN) and mucinous cystic neoplasm (MCN). Current international consensus guidelines recommend resection for MCN, and unifocal BD-IPMN can be followed in the absence of worrisome features/high-risk stigmata. We hypothesized that preoperative differentiation of solitary MCLs is suboptimal, and that all solitary MCLs should be treated similarly. STUDY DESIGN A retrospective review of an institutional database (2003 to 2016) identified 711 patients who underwent resection for pancreatic cyst. Only lesions that met cytologic or biochemical criteria for diagnosis of MCLs were included. Mucinous cystic neoplasms were defined by presence of ovarian stroma on pathology. Patients with formal preoperative diagnosis of BD-IPMN (multifocality, GNAS mutation) were excluded. RESULTS One hundred and eighty solitary MCLs were identified on preoperative imaging (mean age 54 years, 24% men). On surgical pathology, 108 were MCNs and 72 BD-IPMNs. There was no difference in invasive rate (7 of 108 [6.5%] MCNs vs 4 of 72 [5.6%] BD-IPMN; p ≈ 1). Pancreatic ductal connectivity was reported on imaging/endoscopy in 10 of 108 (9%) MCNs and 22 of 72 (31%) BD-IPMNs, representing 67% accuracy in differentiating MCNs from BD-IPMNs. On multivariate analysis, typical risk factors failed to predict invasiveness in either MCNs or BD-IPMNs. When all undifferentiated solitary MCLs were analyzed together, older age (p = 0.03) and cyst size (p = 0.04) were associated with increased invasive rate in multivariate analysis. CONCLUSIONS Unreliable differentiation and limited ability to predict invasiveness make solitary MCLs clinically challenging. With similar invasive rates, MCN and unifocal BD-IPMNs should be merged into one new entity for management, the undifferentiated solitary MCL.
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- Alexandra M Roch
- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.
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Management of cystic neoplasms of the pancreas is challenging as it relies on radiologic and cyst fluid markers to discriminate between benign and pre-cancerous lesions, however their ability to predict malignancy is limited. While asymptomatic serous cystadenomas can be managed conservatively, mucinous cystic neoplasms and intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms are more difficult to manage. A selective approach, based on the preoperative likelihood of high-grade dysplasia or invasive disease, is the standard of care. Research is focusing on the development of pre-operative markers for identifying high risk lesions, which will spare patients with low-risk or benign lesions the risks of pancreatectomy.
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- Mohammad Al Efishat
- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021, USA; Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 600 N Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021, USA.
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Huh J, Byun JH, Hong SM, Kim KW, Kim JH, Lee SS, Kim HJ, Lee MG. Malignant pancreatic serous cystic neoplasms: systematic review with a new case. BMC Gastroenterol 2016; 16:97. [PMID: 27549181 PMCID: PMC4994257 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-016-0518-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2015] [Accepted: 08/11/2016] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background This study analyzes the clinicopathologic and radiologic characteristics of malignant serous cystic neoplasm (SCN) of the pancreas through systematic review and an institutional case report. Methods A comprehensive literature search was performed in the MEDLINE database to identify studies on malignant SCNs of the pancreas that had detailed clinicopathologic and radiologic information. A computerized systematic search of our institutional database was also performed to identify cases of malignant SCN for addition to the systematic review. Using the final included cases, we analyzed the clinicopathologic and radiologic features of malignant SCNs of the pancreas. Results A review of 136 candidate articles identified 26 studies with 26 cases that had detailed clinical information. Our institutional data search added one case. The systematic review of the 27 cases revealed that primary tumors (mean diameter 10.2 ± 4.0 cm) mainly involved the body and tail of the pancreas (n = 16) and frequently invaded adjacent organs (n = 19). Distant metastases occurred in 14 patients (synchronous, n = 5; metachronous, n = 8; both, n = 1), most commonly in the liver (n = 13). Imaging features of malignant SCNs of the pancreas were identical to the benign counterpart, except local invasion or distant metastases. The prognosis was excellent in that 17 were alive at the time of writing with a median follow-up period of 2 years. Conclusions The malignant potential of SCNs of the pancreas should be considered in the diagnosis and management of patients with pancreatic SCNs.
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- Jimi Huh
- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea.,Department of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, 877 Bangeojinsunhwando-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan, 44033, Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea.
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- Department of Pathology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88 Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Korea
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Eskander MF, Bliss LA, Tseng JF. Pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Curr Probl Surg 2016; 53:107-54. [DOI: 10.1067/j.cpsurg.2016.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2015] [Accepted: 01/04/2016] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Hijioka S, Hara K, Mizuno N, Imaoka H, Bhatia V, Yamao K. Morphological differentiation and follow-up of pancreatic cystic neoplasms using endoscopic ultrasound. Endosc Ultrasound 2015; 4:312-8. [PMID: 26643699 PMCID: PMC4672589 DOI: 10.4103/2303-9027.170423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a key modality for the evaluation of suspected pancreatic cystic neoplasms (PCNs), as the entire pancreatic gland can be demonstrated with high spatial resolution from the stomach and duodenum. Detailed information can be acquired about the internal contents of the cyst(s) [septum, capsule, mural nodules (MNs)], its relation with the main pancreatic duct (MPD), and any parenchymal changes in the underlying gland. PCNs comprise true cysts and pseudocysts. True cysts can be neoplastic or nonneoplastic. Here, we describe serous cystic neoplasm (SCN), mucinous cystic neoplasm (MCN), and intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN) as prototype neoplastic cysts, along with nonneoplastic lymphoepithelial cysts (LECs).
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- Susumu Hijioka
- Department of Gastroenterology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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Due to the widespread use of computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen, the incidence of cystic pancreatic lesions as an incidental finding in asymptomatic patients is increasing; however, most of these lesions are less than 2 cm in size at the time of diagnosis making a correct classification difficult. A more differentiated understanding of the pathophysiology of these lesions has been developed during recent years. Technical improvements in imaging techniques have resulted in an increase in image resolution and has enabled radiologists to differentiate between intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN), serous cystic neoplasms (SCN) and mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN). A correct classification, including the differentiation from malignant pancreatic tumors, can only be achieved by combining the knowledge of lesion pathophysiology and basic epidemiological data, such as age and sex distribution with modern imaging techniques. In conjunction with the correct diagnosis, the radiologist has to decide on the further management of the newly found lesion. This differs greatly depending on the biological behavior, especially the potential for malignant transformation, e.g. in main duct IPMN. This review gives an overview of the different cystic pancreatic lesions, their underlying pathophysiology and imaging characteristics along with recommendations for the further clinical management.
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Oppong KW, Dawwas MF, Charnley RM, Wadehra V, Elamin K, White S, Nayar M. EUS and EUS-FNA diagnosis of suspected pancreatic cystic neoplasms: Is the sum of the parts greater than the CEA? Pancreatology 2015; 15:531-537. [PMID: 26375415 DOI: 10.1016/j.pan.2015.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2015] [Revised: 08/04/2015] [Accepted: 08/05/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is suggested as the single most useful EUS/EUS-FNA derived test for the diagnosis of mucinous pancreatic cysts. STUDY AIMS To investigate the yield and diagnostic performance of EUS/EUS-FNA on an intention to diagnose basis and to determine the utility of the recommended CEA and amylase cut-off values. PATIENTS AND METHODS A retrospective study of a prospectively maintained database of 433 procedures performed in a 10 year period. Diagnostic performance of EUS-FNA was determined in 133 procedures with a definite diagnosis. RESULTS CEA value was determined in significantly fewer procedures (58.6%) than EUS diagnosis was stated (83.4%; p < 0.0001), cyst fluid appearance recorded (89.4%) or adequate sample for cytology obtained (76.7%; p < 0.005). Median CEA was significantly higher in mucinous cysts than non-mucinous (175 ng/ml vs 3 ng/ml, p < 0.0001) and in malignant cysts compared to benign (8945 ng/ml vs 93 ng/ml, p < 0.001). On an intention-to-diagnose analysis, a CEA cut-off of 110 ng/ml was significantly less accurate (42.8%) than EUS diagnosis (67.7%), cytology (58.6%) or aspirate appearance (66.9%; p < 0.05 for all comparisons). However, the combination of EUS diagnosis, cytology and CEA provided higher sensitivity (91%), specificity (75%) and accuracy (85.7%) than each component test alone (p < 0.05 for all comparisons). Median amylase was significantly higher in benign compared to high-risk mucinous cysts ((11,429IU/L vs. 113IU/L; p < 0.05. CONCLUSION The combination of EUS, cytology and CEA performed well. Malignant cysts had a higher CEA value than benign cysts. On an intention to diagnose basis a CEA cut-off of 110 ng/ml performed poorly.
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- K W Oppong
- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Department of Gastroenterology, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Department of Gastroenterology, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Department of Surgery, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Department of Cellular Pathology, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Department of Gastroenterology, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Department of Surgery, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- HPB Unit, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Department of Gastroenterology, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Strobel O, Cherrez A, Hinz U, Mayer P, Kaiser J, Fritz S, Schneider L, Klauss M, Büchler MW, Hackert T. Risk of pancreatic fistula after enucleation of pancreatic tumours. Br J Surg 2015; 102:1258-66. [DOI: 10.1002/bjs.9843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2015] [Revised: 02/17/2015] [Accepted: 04/01/2015] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Background
Enucleation is used increasingly for small pancreatic tumours. Data on perioperative outcome after pancreatic enucleation, especially regarding the significance and risk factors associated with postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF), are limited. This study aimed to assess risk-dependent perioperative outcome after pancreatic enucleation, with a focus on POPF.
Methods
Patients undergoing enucleation for pancreatic lesions between October 2001 and February 2014 were identified from a prospective database. A detailed analysis of morbidity was performed. Risk factors for POPF were assessed by univariable and multivariable analyses.
Results
Of 166 enucleations, 94 (56·6 per cent) were performed for cystic and 72 (43·4 per cent) for solid lesions. Morbidity was observed in 91 patients (54·8 per cent). Severe complications occurred in 30 patients (18·1 per cent), and one patient (0·6 per cent) died. Reoperation was necessary in nine patients (5·4 per cent). POPF was the main determinant of outcome and occurred in 68 patients (41·0 per cent): grade A POPF, 34 (20·5 per cent); grade B, ten (6·0 per cent); and grade C, 24 (14·5 per cent). Risk factors independently associated with POPF were: cystic tumour, localization in the pancreatic tail, history of pancreatitis and cardiac co-morbidity. Only cystic morphology was independently associated with clinically relevant POPF (grade B or C), occurring after enucleation in 25 (27 per cent) of 94 patients with cystic tumours versus nine (13 per cent) of 72 patients with solid tumours. Tumour size and distance to the main duct were not associated with risk of POPF.
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Enucleation is a safe procedure in appropriately selected patients with a low rate of severe complications. POPF is the main determinant of outcome and is more frequent after the enucleation of cystic lesions.
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- O Strobel
- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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Estimation of the prevalence of asymptomatic pancreatic cysts in the population of San Marino. Pancreatology 2015; 15:417-22. [PMID: 26028332 DOI: 10.1016/j.pan.2015.05.461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2015] [Revised: 03/26/2015] [Accepted: 05/10/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND There has been a dramatic increase in the number of pancreatic cystic lesions observed in the past two decades but data regarding the prevalence of cysts in the general population are lacking. METHODS All the individuals who undergo CT at the San Marino State Hospital are residents of the Republic of San Marino; their demographic distribution is available and precise. CT scans carried out over 1 year at the State Hospital were reviewed for asymptomatic pancreatic cysts. RESULTS 1061 relevant CT scans were carried out on 814 patients; 762 individuals were eligible for the study and 650 patients underwent contrast-enhanced CT. Thirty-five patients had at least one cyst at contrast-enhanced CT (5.4%). The prevalence of cysts increased with increasing age up to 13.4% (95% CI 6.6-20) in individuals 80-89 years of age (p < .001). Cyst prevalence was significantly higher in patients who underwent CT for malignancy (p = .038) but this difference was no longer significant in multivariate analysis. The odds of a cyst being present increased by 1.05 (95% CI 1.02-1.09) for each increasing year of age (p = .002). Approximately a quarter of the patients with cysts died within 1 year after CT from non pancreas-related disease. The estimated standardized age-adjusted cyst prevalence is 2194 per 100,000 people. CONCLUSIONS The likelihood of having a pancreatic cyst correlates with increasing age, not with the presence of extra-pancreatic malignancies. The estimated prevalence of CT-detectable asymptomatic pancreatic cysts in the general population is 2.2%.
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Jana T, Shroff J, Bhutani MS. Pancreatic cystic neoplasms: Review of current knowledge, diagnostic challenges, and management options. J Carcinog 2015; 14:3. [PMID: 25821410 PMCID: PMC4374202 DOI: 10.4103/1477-3163.153285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2014] [Accepted: 02/01/2015] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Pancreatic cystic lesions are being detected with increasing frequency, largely due to advances in cross-sectional imaging. The most common neoplasms include serous cystadenomas, mucinous cystic neoplasms, intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms, solid pseudopapillary neoplasms, and cystic pancreatic endocrine neoplasms. Computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) are currently used as imaging modalities. EUS-guided fine needle aspiration has proved to be a useful diagnostic tool, and enables an assessment of tumor markers, cytology, chemistries, and DNA analysis. Here, we review the current literature on pancreatic cystic neoplasms, including classification, diagnosis, treatment, and recommendations for surveillance. Data for this manuscript was acquired via searching the literature from inception to December 2014 on PubMed and Ovid MEDLINE.
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- Tanima Jana
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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