Pancreatic cyst through-the-needle biopsy: two ’s the charm

Pancreatic cystic lesions (PCLs) are commonly encountered, with a prevalence of over 40% in patients undergoing cross-sectional imaging; the incidence increases with age.1 The vast majority are discovered incidentally, are branch duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs), and will never progress to cancer. Despite this, and because the guidelines are controversial and based on little evidence, the management of PCLs continues to create anxiety and frustration for both the patient and the gastroenterologist.
Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tags: Original article Source Type: research