Endoscopic ultrasonography in patients with autoimmune pancreatitis / 中华消化内镜杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To analyze the characteristics of EUS imaging in the patients with autoimmune pancreatitis(AIP).Methods Eleven cases of AIP were studied retrospectively,and features of EUS were analyzed.Results EUS revealed diffuse or focal enlargement of pancreas along with hypoechoic parenchyma and a wavy margin.In addition to dilation,the bile duct had a prominently thickened wall with homogenous mild hypoechoic image.Peripancreatic lymph nodes could be enlarged.No pancreatic duct dilation.calcification or cysts were found.No peripheral vessels were involved.Conclusion EUS could demonstrate specific images which is helpful in diagnosis of AIP.