Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm of Pancreas- Case Series

Abstract

The prevalence of solid pseudopapillary neoplasms (SPN) of the pancreas is highest in the second and third decade and primarily affects young women. SPN was classied as a rare "low grade malignant pancreatic tumour" in the 2019 WHO classication of malignancies of the digestive system. SPT has a good prognosis and is generally passive. Most common location in adults is body and tail, whereas it is head of the pancreas in children. Usually occurs as a single large mass. The gold standard investigation of choice is contrast enhanced computed tomography (CECT). Primary surgical resection is considered as the treatment of choice for SPNs. The procedure will depend on the location of the tumor. Cytohistologic examination with immunohistochemistry is required to conrm the diagnosis. Patients usually do well with a 5-year survival rate of about 97%. In this article we discuss the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment modalities of three cases of solitary pseudopapillary neoplasm of pancreas.