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Robotic Enucleation of an Intra-Pancreatic Insulinoma in the Pancreatic Head
Published on: January 3, 2020
Laparoscopic enucleation of a nonfunctioning neuroendocrine tumor at the head of the pancreas
Nikhil Singh1, Chung-Yau Lo, Wai-Fan Chan
1Department of Surgery, University of Hong Kong Medical Centre, Queen Mary Hospital, Pokfulam, Hong Kong, China.
Objective:
Laparoscopy is a safe, feasible technique for benign pancreatic pathologies and has been increasingly reported for neuroendocrine tumors located at the body and tail of the pancreas. We report a case of successful enucleation of a nonfunctioning neuroendocrine tumor located at the head of the pancreas, in a patient with multiple endocrine neoplasia type I.
Methods:
A 5-cm nonfunctioning neuroendocrine tumor at the pancreatic head was identified by computerized tomography scan. Laparoscopic ultrasound did not reveal additional tumors on any other part of the pancreas.
Results:
Enucleation was successfully performed for this solitary tumor because of its favorable position. Histology revealed an islet cell tumor. No postoperative complications occurred and recovery was rapid.
Conclusion:
Laparoscopic enucleation of neuroendocrine tumor at the pancreatic head is safe and feasible for select patients.
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