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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Immunology

Background:

  • Autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) is a rare fibroinflammatory condition.
  • It is characterized by distinct histological, immunological, serological, and radiological features.
  • AIP often presents with elevated serum IgG4 levels and can be mistaken for pancreatic cancer.

Observation:

  • This case report details the experience with a 52-year-old male patient diagnosed with AIP.
  • Histological findings include lymphoplasmacytic infiltrate, storiform fibrosis, and obliterative phlebitis.
  • The patient presented with features typical of AIP, including elevated IgG4 levels.

Findings:

  • The patient's AIP was initially suspected to be pancreatic cancer due to overlapping clinical presentations.
  • Diagnostic workup confirmed AIP based on characteristic histological and serological markers.
  • Extrapancreatic involvement was also considered in the diagnostic process.

Implications:

  • Accurate diagnosis of AIP is crucial to avoid unnecessary surgery and initiate appropriate treatment.
  • Steroid therapy is highly effective in managing autoimmune pancreatitis.
  • This case underscores the importance of recognizing AIP's unique features for timely and effective patient management.