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1: JSLS. 2004 Oct-Dec;8(4):389-90.Click here to read Links

Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy for lymphoepithelial cyst of the pancreas.

Au-Yong IT, Wemyss-Holden S, Lloyd DM.

Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, England. IAuyoung@doctors.org.uk

Lymphoepithelial cysts are rare pancreatic lesions. This case report describes the first excision of such a lesion by laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy which is a recognized procedure for treatment of cystic pancreatic neoplasms. Our patient underwent complete excision of the lesion and has enjoyed complete resolution of his symptoms. Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy may be a suitable choice for first-line therapy for such lesions.

PMID: 15554288 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]