Pancreatic serous cystadenoma
Pancreatic Serous Cystadenoma
Pancreatic serous cystadenoma (pronunciation: pan-kree-at-ik seer-us sist-ad-uh-noh-muh) is a benign tumor that originates from the exocrine pancreas. It is a rare type of pancreatic cyst that accounts for approximately 1-2% of all exocrine pancreatic tumors.
Etymology
The term "pancreatic serous cystadenoma" is derived from the following components: "pancreatic" refers to the pancreas, "serous" refers to the clear, watery fluid produced by the cyst, "cyst" is a term derived from the Greek word "kystis" meaning bladder or sac, and "adenoma" is derived from the Greek words "aden" meaning gland and "-oma" meaning tumor.
Description
Pancreatic serous cystadenomas are typically filled with a clear, watery fluid known as serous fluid. They are usually benign and do not cause symptoms unless they grow large enough to press on other structures in the abdomen. These cysts are often discovered incidentally during imaging tests for other conditions.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of pancreatic serous cystadenoma is typically made through imaging studies such as computed tomography (CT) scan, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). A definitive diagnosis can be made through a biopsy, where a small sample of the cyst is removed and examined under a microscope.
Treatment
Treatment for pancreatic serous cystadenoma depends on the size and location of the cyst, as well as the patient's overall health. Small, asymptomatic cysts may be monitored with regular imaging tests. Larger cysts or those causing symptoms may require surgical removal.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pancreatic serous cystadenoma
- Wikipedia's article - Pancreatic serous cystadenoma
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