Minute Ampullary Carcinoid Tumor with Lymph Node Metastases: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Senda Eri, Fujimoto Koji, Ohnishi Katsuhiro, Higashida Akihiro, Ashida Cho, Okutani Toshio, Sakano Shigeru, Yamamoto Masayuki, Ito Rieko, Yamada Hajime
Primary Institution: Shinko Hospital, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
Conclusion
This case suggests that even small ampullary carcinoid tumors can have lymph node metastases, highlighting the need for thorough examination.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor was 7 mm in diameter and had metastasized to 2 lymph nodes.
- The patient remains free of disease 24 months after the operation.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of malignant carcinoid.
Takeaway
A woman had a tiny tumor in her pancreas that was small but had spread to nearby lymph nodes, showing that even small tumors can be dangerous.
Methodology
The patient underwent a pylorus-preserving Whipple resection with lymph node dissection after imaging and biopsy confirmed the tumor.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 63-year-old woman.
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