Intrarenal pancreatic cyst

Area of Science:

• Nephrology
• Gastroenterology
• Pathology

Background:

• Intrarenal cysts are typically of renal origin.
• Pancreatic cysts are usually found in or near the pancreas.

Observation:

• A patient presented with flank pain, suspected to be caused by a cystic renal mass.
• The patient had well-controlled diabetes and hypertension.

Findings:

• Nephrectomy revealed the cystic renal mass was of pancreatic origin.
• This represents a rare case of an intrarenal true cyst of the pancreas.

Implications:

• This case underscores the need for thorough pathological examination when diagnosing renal masses.
• It expands the differential diagnosis for cystic renal lesions.