Pancreatic pseudocyst, the most common cystic lesion of the pancreas, is a localized collection of fluid rich in amylase within or adjacent to the pancreas and enclosed by a nonepithelialized wall ...
Transpapillary drainage is successful only when the cyst is in communication with the pancreatic ductal system. This communication exists about 60% of the time, and is more common in pseudocysts ...
The most common cystic lesion of the pancreas is the pseudocyst which of course has no epithelial lining and is a nonneoplastic complication of pancreatitis or pancreatic duct injury. The diagnosis is ...
Computed tomography with intravenous administration of contrast medium depicted a pancreatic pseudocyst with a fistula to the transverse colon (Figure). There was no persistent bleeding.
It is performed to treat pancreatic cancer localized in the end of the pancreas, but may also be used for chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic pseudocysts, and injury due to trauma. When the disease ...