Critical evaluation of pancreatic masses

Abstract

Evaluation of a patient with a pancreatic mass on a CT or MRI requires consideration of the gender and age of the patient, presenting symptoms, quality of the imaging study performed and relevant medical history. CT is generally preferred over MRI for suspected pancreatic cancer but MRI is best considered for evaluation of ductal anatomy and possible cystic neoplasms. EUS should be considered when further characterization of morphology or tissue sampling is required.

Key words

Pancreatic masses - Pancreatic cystic neoplasms - Pancreatic solid masses - MDCT - MRI - Endoultrasound

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