Primary signet ring cell carcinoma of the pancreatic head: A case report

Clin Case Rep. 2019 Oct 11;7(11):2235-2238. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.2475. eCollection 2019 Nov.

Abstract

Pancreatic SRCC is a rare, aggressive tumor. Given limited evidence and the risk of side effects, physicians may elect to withhold chemotherapy in select patients, with the exception of neoadjuvant chemotherapy use to facilitate resectability.

Keywords: Signet ring cell carcinoma; chemotherapy; pancreatic cancer; pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports