Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of pancreas in a 14-year-old girl

Abstract

Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm (SPN) of the pancreas is an infrequent neoplasm that is known to have a low malignant potential and represents less than 3% of all exocrine tumors. Herein, we report a case of SPN of the pancreas in a 14-year-old girl who presented with a long history of dyspepsia and epigastric pain. CT revealed a sizeable well-defined cystic mass at the porta hepatis/pancreatic head mesenteric region. On exploration, showed a tumor in the head of the pancreas, which was completely resected. The final diagnosis was Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of the pancreas. We highlight its pathological and surgical background as well.

Keywords

• Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm
• Pancreatic tumor
• Adolescent