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Pancreas01:19

Pancreas

The pancreas, an essential organ in the human body, is a pinkish-gray elongated structure located posterior to the stomach. It extends laterally from the duodenum towards the spleen and is firmly bound to the posterior wall of the abdominal cavity. The organ's surface has a lumpy, lobular texture that gives it a unique appearance.
The broad head of the pancreas lies within the loop formed by the duodenum, while its slender body reaches towards the spleen. The tail of the pancreas is short and...
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Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Acute pancreatitis is the sudden inflammation of the pancreas caused by the early activation of digestive enzymes, leading to the autodigestion of pancreatic tissue. This results in local inflammation and, in severe cases, systemic complications.EtiologyUnderstanding the underlying causes is crucial, as identifying the etiology guides treatment and anticipates complications. Acute pancreatitis can be triggered by various factors, typically grouped into the following clinical categories.Biliary...
Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction01:27

Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach. It can be either acute or chronic.
Acute pancreatitis is characterized by rapid inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by factors like gallstone blockage or excessive alcohol consumption. Chronic pancreatitis, on the other hand, is a slow, progressive inflammation that may result from long-term alcohol abuse, obstructions in the pancreatic duct, or genetic factors.
The causes of acute pancreatitis include:
Accessory Organs01:31

Accessory Organs

Accessory organs are those that participate in the digestion of food but do not come into direct contact with it like the mouth, stomach, or intestine do. Accessory organs secrete enzymes into the digestive tract to facilitate the breakdown of food.
Blood Supply to the Digestive System01:16

Blood Supply to the Digestive System

Splanchnic circulation refers to the network of blood vessels that supply and drain blood from the abdominal organs involved in digestion, including the stomach, liver, pancreas, intestines, and spleen. This circulation delivers essential nutrients and oxygen while removing waste products from these organs.
Blood Supply to the Digestive System: The splanchnic circulation involves three main arteries: the celiac artery (also known as the celiac trunk) and the superior and inferior mesenteric...
Abdominal Aorta01:25

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Once the aorta traverses the diaphragmatic plane at the aortic hiatus, it is known as the abdominal aorta. This anatomical structure is positioned leftward of the spinal column, encased within a cocoon of adipose tissue behind the peritoneal cavity. It terminates at the L4 vertebra, where it splits into the common iliac arteries. Prior to this bifurcation, the abdominal aorta gives rise to several vital branches.
The celiac trunk, a singular artery, divides into the left gastric artery, which...

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Intrapancreatic accessory spleen.

R Meiler1, K-H Dietl, K Novák

  • 1Department of General, Visceral, and Thoracic Surgery, Klinikum Weiden, Weiden, Germany. r.meiler@web.de

International Surgery
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Intrapancreatic accessory spleen is a rare condition that can mimic pancreatic tumors. This case highlights the diagnostic challenges and the need for surgical resection to confirm benignity.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Intrapancreatic accessory spleen is a rare anomaly, typically located in the pancreatic tail.
  • Accessory spleens occur in 7-15% of the general population.
  • These anomalies can present as pancreatic pseudotumors, complicating diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 63-year-old male presented with cholecystitis and was incidentally found to have a pancreatic tail mass.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a 1.5 cm solid mass with T2-weighted hyperintensity and inhomogeneous enhancement.
  • Initial imaging suggested a pancreatic tail endocrine carcinoma due to enhancement patterns.

Findings:

  • Intraoperative exploration identified an accessory spleen within the pancreatic tail.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed the mass as an intrapancreatic accessory spleen, ruling out malignancy.
  • The patient underwent an oncologic left pancreatectomy due to the initial suspicion of cancer.

Implications:

  • Intrapancreatic accessory spleen can lead to misdiagnosis and unnecessary surgical intervention.
  • Current diagnostic modalities lack definitive non-invasive methods for this condition.
  • Histological confirmation is crucial for differentiating benign intrapancreatic accessory spleen from malignant pancreatic tumors, even if it necessitates oncologic resection.