Congenital true pancreatic cyst in pediatric age: case report

Pediatr Med Chir. 2002 Jan-Feb;24(1):63-5.

Abstract

Congenital pancreatic cysts are rare lesions in pediatric age. We present a case of congenital true pancreatic cyst in otherwise asymptomatic boy aged 4 years. Clinical history, laboratory, imaging, immunohistological findings and surgical treatment are also described.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Biopsy
  • Child, Preschool
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Laparotomy / methods
  • Male
  • Pancreatic Cyst / congenital*
  • Pancreatic Cyst / diagnostic imaging
  • Pancreatic Cyst / surgery
  • Radiography