Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm of the Pancreas - CISMeF
Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm of the PancreasNCIt concept
Preferred Label : Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm of the Pancreas;
NCIt synonyms : Solid Pseudopapillary Tumor of the Pancreas;
NCIt definition : A low-grade malignant neoplasm that arises from the exocrine pancreas. It is characterized
by the presence of uniform cells that form solid and pseudopapillary patterns, cystic
changes, and hemorrhage. Perineural invasion, vascular invasion, and invasion into
surrounding tissues may be present. It usually presents as an encapsulated, solitary,
and lobulated pancreatic mass. It is usually found incidentally during physical examination
or it may present with abdominal discomfort and pain. It occurs predominantly in young
women. Complete removal of the tumor is curative in the majority of cases.;