AI Article Synopsis
- Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) typically shows up as a single mass on imaging, but there's a rare variant called diffuse-type PDAC that makes up only 1%-5% of cases.
- A unique case is highlighted where this diffuse-type PDAC appeared as two distinct masses in different parts of the pancreas and showed signs similar to autoimmune pancreatitis on endoscopic ultrasound.
- This case emphasizes the need for thorough sampling of various areas of the pancreas during assessments, especially when there are multiple masses and diffuse enlargement visible on imaging.
Article Abstract
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) classically presents as a solitary mass on cross-sectional imaging. Diffuse-type PDAC is an unusual variant that accounts for 1%-5% of PDACs. Owing to its rarity, there are no established radiographic or endosonographic definitions. We report a unique case of diffuse-type PDAC presenting with imaging findings of 2 distinct masses in the pancreatic head and tail and with endoscopic ultrasound findings of diffuse gland enlargement mimicking autoimmune pancreatitis. The case illustrates the importance of sampling several areas of the pancreas when diffuse enlargement is present on endoscopic ultrasound and multiple masses are seen on cross-sectional imaging.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10259635 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.14309/crj.0000000000001070 | DOI Listing |
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