Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of pancreas in a 14-year-old girl

Abstract

Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm (SPN) of the pancreas is an infrequent neoplasm that is known to have a low malignant potential and represents less than 3% of all exocrine tumors. Herein, we report a case of SPN of the pancreas in a 14-year-old girl who presented with a long history of dyspepsia and epigastric pain. CT revealed a sizeable well-defined cystic mass at the porta hepatis/pancreatic head mesenteric region. On exploration, showed a tumor in the head of the pancreas, which was completely resected. The final diagnosis was Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of the pancreas. We highlight its pathological and surgical background as well.