Neoplasia quística mucinosa hepática, reporte de un caso y análisis de la patología / Hepatic mucinous cystic neoplasm, case report and pathology analysis / Neoplasia cística mucinosa hepática, relatório de um caso e análise da patologia

Desde los primeros reportes en la bibliografía, la nomenclatura de las lesiones quísticas hepatobiliares se ha ido modificando, habiéndose descripto dos tipos de lesiones: las serosas y las mucinosas. En 2010 la Organización Mundial de la Salud estableció una nueva clasificación donde los términos cistoadenomas y cistoadenocarcinomas hepatobiliares son reemplazados por entidades más específicas como la neoplasia mucinosa quística y los tumores quísticos intraductales (neoplasia papilar intraductal, neoplasma tubulopapilar intraductal y neoplasma oncocitico papilar). En cuanto a la neoplasia mucinosa quística, la presencia de estroma ovárico le confiere características distintivas en lo patológico y biológico, siendo esto un requisito en la clasificación de la OMS. Esta característica lo diferencia de los hamartomas biliares, los quistes congénitos y la enfermedad de Caroli. Dichas neoplasias son infrecuentes, con una incidencia menor al 5% de las lesiones quísticas hepáticas y ocurren casi exclusivamente en mujeres, frecuentemente perimenopáusicas. Su potencial de malignización ha sido descrito, siendo éste la indicación de tratamiento quirúrgico resectivo. Presentamos el caso clínico de una paciente portadora de una neoplasia quística mucinosa hepática, catalogada como cistoadenoma hepático según la antigua clasificación.

Since the early reports in the literature, the nomenclature of hepatobiliary cystic lesions has been modified, with two types of lesions being described: serous and mucinous. In 2010, the World Health Organization established a new classification in which the terms hepatobiliary cystadenomas and cystadenocarcinomas were replaced by more specific entities such as mucinous cystic neoplasms and intraductal cystic tumors (intraductal papillary neoplasm, intraductal tubulopapillary neoplasm, and intraductal oncocytic papillary neoplasm). Regarding mucinous cystic neoplasms, the presence of ovarian stroma confers distinctive pathological and biological characteristics, which is a requirement in the WHO classification. This characteristic differentiates it from biliary hamartomas, congenital cysts, and Caroli's disease. Such neoplasms are rare, with an incidence of less than 5% of hepatic cystic lesions, and occur almost exclusively in women, often perimenopausal. Their potential for malignancy has been described, and this is the indication for surgical resection treatment. We present a clinical case of a patient with a mucinous cystic hepatic neoplasm, classified as a hepatic cystadenoma according to the old classification.

Desde os primeiros relatos na literatura, a nomenclatura das lesões císticas hepatobiliares tem sido modificada, sendo descritos dois tipos de lesões,asserosas e as mucinosas. Em 2010, a Organização Mundial da Saúdeestabeleceuuma nova classificação, naqual os termos cistoadenomas e cistoadenocarcinomas hepatobiliares foramsubstituídos por entidades mais específicas, como a neoplasia mucinosa cística e os tumores císticos intraductais (neoplasia papilar intraductal, neoplasma tubulopapilar intraductal e neoplasma oncocítico papilar). Em relação à neoplasia mucinosa cística, a presença de estroma ovarianoconfere características distintas do ponto de vista patológico e biológico, sendoesseum requisito naclassificação da OMS. Essa característica a diferencia dos hamartomas biliares, cistoscongênitos e doença de Caroli. Essas neoplasias são raras, comumaincidência menor que 5% das lesões císticas hepáticas, e ocorremquase exclusivamente em mulheres, frequentementeperimenopáusicas. Seu potencial de malignizaçãotem sido descrito, sendoesta a indicação para tratamentocirúrgicoressectivo. Apresentamos o caso clínico de uma paciente portadora de uma neoplasia cística mucinosa hepática, classificada como cistoadenoma hepático de acordocom a antigaclassificação.

Neoplasia cística mucinosa do pâncreas / Mucinous cystic neoplasia of the pancreas

Introdução: Neoplasia cística mucinosa é tumor mucinoso benigno (cistoadenoma mucinoso) ou maligno (cistoadenocarcinoma mucinoso), que não se comunica com os ductos pancreáticos. Objetivo: Apresentar revisão da literatura sobre o tema. Método: Ênfase nas diretrizes das principais sociedades médicas mundiais na orientação do diagnóstico, tratamento e a vigilância da neoplasia cística mucinosa. Resultado: A quase totalidade dessas neoplasias ocorre no gênero feminino de 40-50 anos de idade. Como raras exceções, esta neoplasia é encontrada na cauda/corpo do pâncreas. Para estabelecer o diagnóstico é necessário a presença de estroma similar ao do ovário na parede do cisto no exame patológico. Exames de imagem de alta resolução, como tomografia, ressonância magnética e ecoendoscopia apresentam elevada precisão para identificar esta neoplasia. O tratamento cirúrgico consiste na pancreatectomia distal com linfadenectomia e esplenectomia. A via laparoscópica ou robótica é preferida para tumores <5-7 cm. Devido a possibilidade de rotura do tumor e disseminação da neoplasia, as lesões >5-7 cm devem ser submetidos à ressecção laparotômica. Conclusão: Não existe uniformidade internacional na conduta terapêutica. O tratamento cirúrgico deve ser indicado para todos os pacientes com condições cirúrgicas e que apresentam neoplasia ≥3-4 cm, dependendo do consenso.

Introduction: Mucinous cystic neoplasia is a benign mucinous tumor (mucinous cystadenoma) or malignant (mucinous cystadenocarcinoma), which does not communicate with the pancreatic ducts. Objective: To present a review of the literature on the topic. Method: Emphasis on the guidelines of the main global medical societies in guiding the diagnosis, treatment and surveillance of mucinous cystic neoplasia. Result: Almost all of these neoplasms occur in females aged 40-50 years. As a rare exception, this neoplasm is found in the tail/body of the pancreas. To establish the diagnosis, the presence of stroma similar to that of the ovary in the cyst wall is necessary on pathological examination. High-resolution imaging exams, such as tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and endoscopic ultrasound, are highly accurate in identifying this neoplasm. Surgical treatment consists of distal pancreatectomy with lymphadenectomy and splenectomy. The laparoscopic or robotic route is preferred for tumors <5-7 cm. Due to the possibility of tumor rupture and dissemination of the neoplasm, lesions >5-7 cm must undergo laparotomic resection. Conclusion: There is no international uniformity in therapeutic conduct. Surgical treatment should be indicated for all patients with surgical conditions and who have neoplasia ≥3-4 cm, depending on the consensus.

Mucinous cystic neoplasm of the liver

A 55-year-old woman was investigated for occasional epigastric pain and weight loss. T2-weighted abdominal magnetic resonance imaging and magnetic resonance cholangiography revealed a multilocular cyst with multiple septa and a solid component in the liver, measuring 6.1 × 4.8 × 6.5 cm. Given the patient's symptoms and malignant potential, a laparoscopic segmentectomy with partial resection of segments IV B and V was performed to completely remove the cystic lesion, associated with cholecystectomy. Histopathology demonstrated a cyst lined by columnar mucinous epithelium. Therefore, the diagnosis was mucinous cystic neoplasm of the liver. This article presents a case report and literature review of this entity.

Características de la neoplasia quística mucinosa del páncreas en pacientes atendidos en un Hospital Nacional del Perú / Characteristics of pancreatic mucinous cystic neoplasm in patients treated at a National Hospital in Peru

RESUMEN Con el objetivo de analizar las características clínico, patológicas y quirúrgicas de la Neoplasia Quística Mucinosa de páncreas (NQM), se realizó un análisis de los pacientes del servicio de Cirugía de Páncreas, Bazo y Retroperitoneo del Hospital Nacional Guillermo Almenara Irigoyen en Lima, Perú desde enero del 2009 hasta octubre del 2018. La presencia del estroma ovárico se usó como criterio diagnóstico de NQM. De diez pacientes con edad promedio de 47,8 años, nueve fueron mujeres, las lesiones estuvieron localizadas en el páncreas distal, el tamaño tumoral promedio fue de 88,6 mm. En todos los pacientes se realizó una pancreatectomía distal siendo tres laparoscópicas, no hubo reoperaciones ni fallecidos, dos pacientes tuvieron carcinoma invasor asociado. En conclusión, la presentación de NQM es mayor en mujeres de edad media siendo la localización en el páncreas distal y el porcentaje de malignidad bajo. La cirugía laparoscópica es una alternativa de manejo.

ABSTRACT In order to analyze the clinical, pathological, and surgical characteristics of pancreatic mucinous cystic neoplasm (MCN), an analysis of the patients from the Pancreas, Spleen, and Retroperitoneal Surgery Service of the Guillermo Almenara Irigoyen National Hospital in Lima, Peru, was performed from January 2009 to October 2018. The presence of ovarian stroma was used as a diagnostic criterion for MCN. From ten patients with an average age of 47.8 years, nine were women; the lesions were located in the distal pancreas, and the average tumor size was 88.6 mm. All patients underwent a distal pancreatectomy, three of which were laparoscopic; there were no reoperations or deaths; two patients had associated invasive carcinoma. In conclusion, the frequency of MCN is higher in middle-aged women, being the location in the distal pancreas and the percentage of malignancy is low. Laparoscopic surgery is a disease management option.

Neoplasias quísticas pancreáticas: enfoque diagnóstico / Diagnostic Approach to Cystic Pancreatic Neoplasms

Resumen Los quistes pancreáticos comprenden una amplia variedad de lesiones cada vez más frecuentemente diagnosticadas debido tanto al empleo creciente de técnicas de imagen como al envejecimiento de la población. Entre ellas, las neoplasias quísticas mucinosas son especialmente relevantes por su potencial de malignización. Aunque la ecografía abdominal, la tomografía axial computarizada y la resonancia magnética suelen ser las pruebas diagnósticas de imagen iniciales, muchas veces los hallazgos morfológicos no son suficientes para su diferenciación. La ecoendoscopia se ha convertido en la mejor prueba para su caracterización ya que permite realizar estudio morfológico y también del líquido obtenido mediante punción, aunque su precisión diagnóstica para la detección de quistes de estirpe mucinosa y de malignidad sigue siendo baja. La importancia de la adecuada caracterización radica tanto en la detección precoz de las lesiones preneoplásicas y malignas como en evitar cirugías innecesarias. La indicación de ecoendoscopia, de tratamiento quirúrgico y de seguimiento varía entre las distintas guías de práctica clínica estando actualmente en duda especialmente el tratamiento y seguimiento de las neoplasias quísticas mucinosas papilares intraductales de rama lateral por el menor riesgo de degeneración y su asociación con el cáncer de páncreas.

Abstract Cystic pancreatic lesions comprise a wide variety of lesions that are being increasingly diagnosed due to the more frequent use of imaging techniques and the aging of the population. Among these lesions, mucinous cystic neoplasms are especially relevant because of their malignant potential. Although abdominal ultrasound, computerized tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are usually the initial diagnostic imaging tests, morphological findings are often not enough for their differentiation. Endoscopic ultrasound has become the best test for their characterization because it allows morphological study and fluid analysis obtained by puncture of the lesion, although its diagnostic accuracy for the detection of mucinous and malignant cysts remains low. The importance of proper characterization is the early detection of preneoplastic as well as malignant lesions and to avoid unnecessary surgery. Clinical practice guidelines differ about the indications for endoscopic ultrasound, surgical treatment and follow-up of these lesions. Questions specially remains in the management of side-branch intraductal papillary neoplasm because of their lower risk of degeneration and their association with pancreatic cancer.

Coexisting Mucinous Cystic Neoplasm of the Pancreas and Type 1 Autoimmune Pancreatitis

Type 1 autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP1) is an IgG4-related systemic disease that mimics tumors. We report a rare case of AIP1 accompanied by mucinous cystic neoplasm (MCN). A pancreatic lesion was incidentally detected in a woman in her 60s. After 6 years of follow-up, the lesion abruptly increased in size. Computed tomography showed a 3.5 cm unilocular cyst in the tail of the pancreas and distal pancreatectomy was performed. On microscopic examination, the cyst was lined by mucinous and non-mucinous epithelial cells with mild cytologic atypia. The surrounding stroma comprised ovarian-type spindle cells with progesterone receptor positivity. The pericystic pancreas exhibited multifocal lymphoid follicles, lymphoplasmacytic infiltrations, obliterative phlebitis, and storiform fibrosis. IgG4-positive plasma cell infiltration (215 cells high-power field) and the IgG4/IgG ratio (57%) were increased. Cases of MCN coexisting with AIP1 are extremely rare; only two such cases have been reported in the English-language literature. This third case featured low-grade MCN with AIP1.

Neoplasia sólida pseudopapilar del páncreas / Solid pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas

Antecedentes: la neoplasia sólida pseudopapilar (NSSP) del páncreas es un raro tumor pancreático que se da comúnmente en mujeres jóvenes. Por lo general, son poco sintomáticos y el pronóstico es bueno ante cirugía resectiva. Objetivo: describir 6 casos tratados en 3 centros diferentes y hacer una revisión actualizada del tema. Material y métodos: análisis de historias clínicas, biopsias y protocolos quirúrgicos. Período enero de 2014 hasta abril de 2017. Resultados: encontramos 6 casos (5 mujeres y 1 hombre); el promedio de edad fue 39,7 años (rango 28 a 54 años). En 3 casos se trató de hallazgos incidentales. En todos los casos se utlizaron Ecografia y tomografia computarizada (TC) para el diagnóstico y en 2 casos se realizó resonancia magnética (RM). Todos los tumores se encontraron en el cuerpo o la cola del páncreas o en ambos. En 2 cirugías se realizó un abordaje videolaparoscópico; el tempo quirúrgico promedio fue de 91,17 minutos y el promedio de días de hospitalización fue de 5,5, con 3 pacientes que reingresaron por complicaciones durante el posoperatorio (un absceso y 2 fistulas pancreáticas). Conclusiones: se trata de tumores poco frecuentes; sin embargo, creemos que el avance en métodos por imágenes permitrá aumentar el diagnóstico y tratamiento de esta patología por lo que su incidencia aumentará. Queremos destacar la importancia del abordaje videolaparoscópico para este tpo de patología, ya que en la mayoría de los casos resulta factible con buenos resultados. Estas cirugías deben realizarse en centros donde puedan manejarse sus complicaciones para evitar reintervenciones.

Background: Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasia (NSSP) pancreas is a rare pancreatic tumor commonly found in young women. They are usually not very symptomatic and the prognosis is good in resective surgery. Objective: to describe 6 cases from 3 diferent centers and to make an updated review of the topic. Materials and methods: analysis of clinical histories, biopsies and surgical protocols. Period from January 2014 to April 2017. Results: we found 6 cases, with 5 women and 1 male; the mean age was 39.7 years (range 28 to 54 years). In 3 cases we dealt with incidental findings. In all cases, echography and CAT were used for the diagnosis and in 2 cases, MRI was performed. All tumors were found in the body and / or tail of the pancreas. In 2 surgeries a videolaparoscopic approach was performed, the mean surgical tme was 91.17 minutes and the mean number of days of hospitalizaton was 5.5, with 3 patents reentered for postoperative complicatons (one abscess and two pancreatic fistulas). Conclusions: these tumors are rare; however we believe that the advances in imaging methods will increase the diagnosis and treatment of this pathology so that its incidence will increase. We want to emphasize the importance of the videolaparoscopic approach for this type of pathology since in most cases it is feasible with good results. These surgeries should be performed in a center where their complicatons can be managed to avoid reinterventons.

Value of cyst fluid carcinoembryonic antigen detection combined with liquid based cytology in diagnosing advanced pancreatic cystic neoplasms / 中华胰腺病杂志

Objective To assess the value of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) level,liquid based cytology examination and combining 2 methods in predicting advanced pancreatic cystic neoplasms (PCNs).Methods The clinical data of 78 patients pathologically confirmed with PCN who underwent surgical resection after EUS-FNA and cyst fluid analysis in Shanghai Changhai Hospital,from January 2006 to June 2017 were collected and analyzed,including 32 (A-PCNs) patients and 46 non A-PCNs patients.The comparisons on the CEA level in the cyst fluid and liquid based cytology between the two groups were performed.ROC curve for CEA level in cyst fluid was applied and under curve area was calculated.Sensitive,specificity and accuracy were applied to assess the diagnosis value of 2 methods in predicting A-PCNs.Results In 35 patients,the difference on cyst fluid CEA level was statistically significant between 9 A-PCNs and 26 non A PCNs patients) [(1419.9 ± 1416.9) μg/L vs (316.0 ± 475.2) μg/L,P =0.049].Based on ROC curve,CEA ＞ 418.9 ng/ml could help to predicting A-PCNs with the sensitivity of 85.7％,specificity of 73.1％,and accuracy of 75.8％ as the cutoff value,and the area under ROC curve was 0.863.Liquid based cytology were performed in 27 A-PCNs patients and 33 non A PCNs patients,and the positive rate had statistical difference between 2 groups (48.1 vs 9.1％,P =0.001).The sensitivity,specificity and diagnostic accuracy for liquid-based cytology for diagnosing A-PCNs were 48.1％,90.9％,and 55.1％.Cyst fluid CEA combined with liquid based cytology can effectively diagnose A-PCN,and the sensitivity,specificity,and diagnostic accuracy were 100％,64.7％ and 76.0％.Conclusions Liquid-based cytology and cyst fluid CEA level were useful in predicting A-PCNs to a certain degree.Combining 2 methods could improve the sensitivity and accuracy in predicting A-PCNs.

Observation or surgical resection: treatment strategies of pancreatic cystic tumor / 中华消化外科杂志

With the popularization of the aging population and imaging examination,detection rate of the pancreatic cystic neoplasm are increasing in recent years,which commonly includes intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN),mucinous cystic neoplasm (MCN),serous cystic neoplasm (SCN) and solid pesudopapillary tumor (SPT).The differential diagnosis is essential to decide surgical resection or observation.The diagnosis of pancreatic cystic tumor relies primarily on imaging examination.For patients who need to long-term follow-up,the MRI should be recommended.The preoperative precision diagnosis that is performed by traditional imaging,tumor markers,endoscopic ultrasonography and contribute to make the individualized therapy plan.The follow-up strategy is optimal for majority of patients with SCN.According to patients' condition,the surgical resection or observation will be selected for patients with IPMN or MCN after finding malignant transformation-related high risk factors.SPT has been classified as the malignant tumor,and if patients are suspected to have SPT by imaging examination,surgical resection should be recommended.

The current status of diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cystic neoplasm in China: a report of 2 251 cases / 中华外科杂志

To analyze the current status of diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cystic neoplasm(PCN)in China. Clinical data of 2 251 PCN patients who underwent surgical resection from January 2006 to December 2016 in 16 institutions was retrospectively analyzed.Excel database was created which covered 132 fields of 7 fields: general information of patients, imaging findings, preoperative blood biochemical indexes, tumor markers, surgical related data, postoperative complications and pathology. Of the 2 251 patients, the male to female ratio was 1.0 to 2.4, and the mean age at diagnosis was 47.5 years(range, 8-89 years). Solid pseudo-papillary tumor(SPT), Serouscystic neoplasm(SCN), Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm(IPMN), mucinous cystic neoplasm(MCN) were 713 cases, 678 cases, 495 cases, 365 cases, respectively; and the malignant transformation rate was 12.3%, 0.6%, 32.1%, 10.4%, respectively. Carcinoembryonic antigen, CA19-9, CA125 were significantly increased in the malignant group.The incidence of postoperative complications in SCN was the highest.Preoperative CT scan was the most common method in China.The characteristics of IPMN included atrophy of pancreas body and tail, dilatation of the main pancreatic duct, and pancreatitis, and these characteristics were three to six times more than other 3 kinds of PCN.The correct rate of preoperative diagnosis to subtype was 33.0%. SPT is the most common tumor in all PCN in China.One of the key research directions is to improve the accuracy of subtype diagnosis to avoid unnecessary surgery.

The current status of diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cystic neoplasm in China: a report of 2 251 cases / 中华外科杂志

Objective@#To analyze the current status of diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cystic neoplasm(PCN)in China.@*Methods@#Clinical data of 2 251 PCN patients who underwent surgical resection from January 2006 to December 2016 in 16 institutions was retrospectively analyzed.Excel database was created which covered 132 fields of 7 fields: general information of patients, imaging findings, preoperative blood biochemical indexes, tumor markers, surgical related data, postoperative complications and pathology.@*Results@#Of the 2 251 patients, the male to female ratio was 1.0 to 2.4, and the mean age at diagnosis was 47.5 years(range, 8-89 years). Solid pseudo-papillary tumor(SPT), Serouscystic neoplasm(SCN), Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm(IPMN), mucinous cystic neoplasm(MCN) were 713 cases, 678 cases, 495 cases, 365 cases, respectively; and the malignant transformation rate was 12.3%, 0.6%, 32.1%, 10.4%, respectively. Carcinoembryonic antigen, CA19-9, CA125 were significantly increased in the malignant group.The incidence of postoperative complications in SCN was the highest.Preoperative CT scan was the most common method in China.The characteristics of IPMN included atrophy of pancreas body and tail, dilatation of the main pancreatic duct, and pancreatitis, and these characteristics were three to six times more than other 3 kinds of PCN.The correct rate of preoperative diagnosis to subtype was 33.0%.@*Conclusions@#SPT is the most common tumor in all PCN in China.One of the key research directions is to improve the accuracy of subtype diagnosis to avoid unnecessary surgery.

Important issues need to be emphasized in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cystic neoplasms / 中华外科杂志

The patients of pancreatic cystic neoplasms diagnosed and treated are increasing over the past decade. Recent and long-tern risk and benefit should be well balanced when considering treatment, follow the principle of patient-benefit. For low malignancy potential neoplasm like serous cystic tumor or branch duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm, surgical indication should be reserved to those with obvious malignant potential.Decreasing perioperative mortality and morbidity should be emphasized. Comprehensive studies are needed to validate the efficacy of new diagnostic and treatment technique before applied to clinical. Oncological outcome could not be compromised in order to achieve minimal invasive effects.

Spontaneous Rupture of Pancreatic Mucinous Cystadenocarcinoma: A Case Report and Review of Literature / 대한췌담도학회지

The pancreatic cystic lesions are known to be incidentally found up to 10-15% of patients undergoing cross-sectional imaging. And the prevalence of mucinous cystic neoplasm which has malignant potential is known to be up to 25% of all pancreatic cystic neoplasm in South Korea. The symptoms included abdominal pain, palpable mass, weight loss, loss of appetite, jaundice, asymptomatic and etc. However, spontaneous rupture of pancreatic mucinous cystadenocarcinoma (MCAC) is an extremely rare complication. Here we report a case of spontaneous rupture of pancreatic MCAC in a 72-year-old male with review of the literature. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first ruptured case of pancreatic MCAC in male patient.

Distinguishing benign from malignant main duct intraductal papillary mucinous tumors of the pancreas by CT and MRI / 中华胰腺病杂志

Objective To evaluate the value of imaging studies in diagnosis and differentiating malignant from benign main duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (MD-IPMNs).Methods The imaging studies of a total of 31 patients with MD-IPMNs confirmed by pathology after surgery was retrospectively reviewed.All patients underwent either CT,MR or MRCP.Two radiologists observed the lesions' imaging feature,and then the lesions was scored,and the differentiation between malignant and benign was made.The Bland Altman method was used for evaluation of inter-observer agreement.The score of the lesions was compared with the pathological results.Finally,a ROC curve was used to calculate AUC,and to evaluate the role of the maximum diameter of the main pancreatic duct (MPD) obtained by imaging studies in differentiation of malignant and benign IPMNs,and to determine the best cut-off point,and sensitivity,specificity.Results Histological analysis revealed low grade dysplasia in 13 patients,middle grade dysplasia in 6 and high grade dysplasia in 5,and adenocarcinoma in 7.Imaging studies suggested benign lesions in 16,malignant lesions in 10 patients and disdiagnosis in 5.The inter-observer agreement on major imaging features was good.The maximum diameter of the MPD was clinically meaningful for distinguishing malignant from benign lesions,and the AUC was 83.8％,and the best cut-off value was 14.8 mm,the sensitivity and specificity was 66.7％ and 100％.The presence of wall nodules could be an imaging feature for distinguishing malignant from benign lesions,but the size of nodules,location of nodules within pancreatic duct,the atrophy of pancreatic parenchyma,and dilated bile duct was not useful for differentiation.Conclusions The imaging studies are sensitive for diagnosis and differentiation between malignant and benign MD-IPMNs,and it is of clinical value for preoperative diagnosis and follow up.

Spleen-and splenic vessels-preserving laparoscopic distal pancreatomy for the treatment of pancreatic cystic tumor of body and tail / 中华消化外科杂志

Objective To investigate the feasibility of spleen-and splenic vessels-preserving laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy for the treatment of pancreatic cystic tumor of body and tail.Methods The clinical data of a female patient with pancreatic cystic tumor of body and tail who was admitted to the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of the Sun Yat-Sen University in March 2013 were retrospectively analyzed.Spleen-and splenic vesselspreserving laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy was determined as the optimal therapeutic method according to the physical examination and the results of computered tomography scan.Laparoscopic or open operation combined with distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy would be carried out as a candidate choice once it is hard to separate the splenic artery and vein from distal pancreas or to control the serious vessels hemorrhage.The patient was followed up by outpatient examination every 1 to 3 months up to March 2015.Results Spleen-and splenic vessels-preserving laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy was finished successfully.The operation time and volume of intraoperative blood loss were 192 minutes and 50 mL,respectively.The patient took out-of-bed for activity at postoperative day 1 without complications.The multiple severe microcystic pancreatic adenoma was confirmed by postoperative pathological examination,with a maximum diameter of 3.5cm.The leakage tube was removed at postoperative day 5.The levels of serum amylase at postoperative day 1,3,5 were normal.The patient was discharged at postoperative day 8 and got regular follow-up without bleeding,pancreatic fistula,infection and a symptom of epigastric pain or discomfort.Conclusion Spleen-and splenic vessels-preserving laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy has advantages of less traumas,faster postoperative recovery and a preservation of normal splenic function,deserving clinical application.

Comparison between biliary tract intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm and intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm of the pancreas / 中华肝胆外科杂志

Objective To compare biliary tract intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (BT-IPMN) with intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm of the pancreas (P-IPMN).Methods From January 2008 to December 2013,eleven (6.0％) cases of BT-IPMNs were retrospectively identified from a total of 182 biliary tract tumors resected in our institution,while 50 cases underwent surgery for P-IPMN.The mean age of the 11 BT-IPMN cases was 57.3 years (range 40 to 74 years).There were 8 men (73.0％).The mean age of the 50 P-IPMN cases was 57.4 years (range 33 to 85 years).There were 34 men (68.0％).The clinical features,radiologic findings,pathology,surgical strategies,and long-term follow up outcomes between the 2 groups of patients were analyzed.Results There was no significant difference between BT-IPMN and P-IPMN in the following aspects:mean age,sex ratios and clinical presentation [including the most common presenting symptom abdominal pain (73.0％ vs.68.0％),and elevated tumor markers (CEA and CA19-9)].The mean tumor size of BT-IPMN was significantly smaller than P-IPMN (1.7 vs.4.1 cm,P ＜ 0.05).Macroscopically visible mucin was detected in all the 11 patients basing on the original surgical reports.The most common abnormal preoperative imaging findings for BT-IPMN were bile duct dilatation (100％) and intraluminal masses (55.0％).Most cases (82.0％) involved the intrahepatic bile duct and hilum.For tumor clearance,we conducted left hepatectomy in most cases (64.0％).Only one patient underwent biopsy and choledochojejunostomy for multiple tumors involving the extrahepatic,right and left bile ducts.BT-IPMN was likely to have a higher risk of malignancy (55.0％ vs.44.0％) and poorer prognosis (median survival,57 vs.63 months),although there was no significant difference (P ＞ 0.05).The patient without tumor resection died of liver failure 22 months after palliative surgery.Conclusions BT-IPMNs are very rare and they had some similarity with P-IPMN.Complete resection of BT-IPMN is associated with good survival.

Central Calcifying Cystic Odontogenic Tumor of Mandible - A Case Report.

The calcifying cystic odontogenic tumor (CCOT) is a rare benign odontogenic cystic neoplasm. The terminological conundrum regarding its categorization as a cyst or a tumor has been resolved after the latest WHO classification (2005) that has labelled it as a tumor. The diversity in its morphological patterns, clinical behaviour, histologic complexity and prognosis has led to the practise of multiple management strategies with variable results. This report describes a case of CCOT presenting as a large cystic lesion in theanterior mandible that was managed by enucleation and curettage with a postoperative one year recurrence free follow up. A brief review of literature pertaining to various management strategies of CCOT in comparison with dentinogenic ghost cell tumor (DGCT) is also presented.

Mucinous Cystic Neoplasm of the Pancreas Presenting with Acute Pancreatitis, Initially Misdiagnosed as a Pseudocyst / 대한내과학회지

Pancreatic cystic lesions include retention cysts (congenital cysts), pseudocysts, and cystic neoplasms. Pancreatic cystic neoplasms have recently been diagnosed more commonly, possibly due to advances in imaging and widespread screening programs. Cystic neoplasms of the pancreas account for 10-20% of pancreatic tumors. Mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN) and intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms are regarded as premalignant lesions, whereas serous cystadenoma is not. In the clinical setting of acute pancreatitis, pancreatic cystic lesions are usually diagnosed as pseudocysts. However, cystic neoplasms of the pancreas should be considered in the differential diagnosis of pancreatic cysts, even in patients with a history of pancreatitis. In the Korean literature, MCN combined with acute pancreatitis has rarely been reported. Here, we report a case of MCN presenting with acute pancreatitis in a 22-year-old female, which was initially misdiagnosed as pancreatic pseudocyst.

Pathologic Features of Pancreatic Cystic Neoplasms / 대한내과학회지

Pancreatic cystic lesions are being recognized with increasing frequency due to the development of imaging technologies. Pancreatic cystic lesions can be divided into neoplasms and non-neoplasms, and neoplasms can be further categorized as epithelial and non-epithelial tumors depending on the cells of origin. A significant percentage of pancreatic cystic neoplasms have malignant potential and surgical resection is mandatory. To make the proper decision regarding the management of pancreatic cystic neoplasms, it is important to understand the clinicopathologic features of these tumors.