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Ampullary carcinoid tumour presenting with extrahepatic biliary obstruction
Muhammad Salman Shafique1, Muhammad Fahim1, Saadiah Tasnim Shahbaz Bhatti1
1Surgical Unit-I, Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|August 1, 2015
Summary
A rare carcinoid tumor in the ampulla of Vater caused obstructive jaundice in a 36-year-old female. Surgical resection via Whipple
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Surgical Oncology
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
Background:
- Carcinoid tumors originate from neuroendocrine cells.
- Ampullary tumors are rare and can present with obstructive jaundice.
Observation:
- A 36-year-old female presented with jaundice and pruritus.
- Imaging revealed an ampullary mass causing bile duct obstruction.
Findings:
- Pathological examination confirmed a carcinoid tumor of the ampulla of Vater.
- Surgical resection using Whipple's procedure was successfully performed.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for carcinoid tumors of the ampulla.
- Complete resection offers a favorable prognosis for this rare malignancy.
