Reporting a Case of Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm of the Pancreas in a 44-Year-Old Woman with Parallel Analysis of Literature
Table 1
Findings in our case that are typical for SPN.
Investigation
Findings
(1) CT scan
A large heterogeneous mass with solid as well as cystic features originating from the body and tail of the pancreas. Calcifications.
(2) Gross examination
An encapsulated large mass occupying the tail of the pancreas with solid components, focal necrosis, calcifications, and cysts filled with bloody fluid.
(3) Microscopic picture
Solid and pseudopapillary pattern noted along with degeneration and dystrophic calcification.
(4) Immunohistochemistry
Positive: beta-catenin, CAM 5.2, and progesterone receptor (PR)