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Cystic pancreatic lymphangioma
Nazim Gureş1, Ercument Gurluler, Altan Alim
1Acibadem University, International Hospital General Surgery Department, Istanbul, Turkey.
Rare Tumors
|July 25, 2012
Summary
Cystic pancreatic lymphangioma, a rare benign tumor, was successfully treated in a 34-year-old female. This case highlights effective laparoscopic excision for retroperitoneal lymphangiomas, leading to complete recovery.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Surgical Oncology
- Abdominal Imaging and Diagnostics
Background:
- Pancreatic lymphangiomas are rare benign tumors originating from lymphatic vessels.
- Retroperitoneal lymphangiomas represent a small fraction (1%) of all lymphangiomas.
Observation:
- A 34-year-old female presented with epigastric pain and vomiting.
- Radiological imaging identified a large, multiloculated cystic abdominal mass in the upper retroperitoneum with enhancing septations.
Findings:
- Laparoscopic surgery revealed a well-circumscribed, polycystic tumor.
- Complete tumor excision was achieved while preserving the pancreatic duct.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates the successful surgical management of cystic pancreatic lymphangioma.
- Laparoscopic approach offers a viable and effective treatment option for such rare retroperitoneal masses.
- Complete resection ensures a favorable prognosis, with the patient remaining disease-free postoperatively.
