Primary squamous cell carcinoma of pancreas in a patient with chronic pancreatitis: A rare case report

Abstract

Primary squamous cell carcinoma of pancreas is a rare malignant neoplasm. It has been reported as case reports only, hence clinical information is limited. Here, we present a case of primary squamous cell carcinoma of pancreas in a 47-year-old female with a background history of chronic pancreatitis. Patient was treated with systemic chemotherapy; however, she did not respond to the treatment protocol. Follow-up CT scan showed increase in the size and extension of the lesion. It is an aggressive tumor and does not respond well to chemotherapy or radiotherapy.

Keywords

• Positron emission tomography
• Computed tomography
• Magnetic resonance imaging
• Squamous cell carcinoma of pancreas
• Chronic pancreatitis
• Pancreatic malignancy