Leiomyosarcoma of pancreas: imaging features

Indian J Gastroenterol. 2000 Oct-Dec;19(4):187-8.

Abstract

Leiomysosarcoma of the pancreas is rare. Radiological findings of four patients with this condition were reviewed. CT scan appearances were those of a predominantly homogenous, large, solid, enhancing mass with few areas of necrosis. A cystic appearance with thickened and nodular enhancing walls was seen in one case. A constellation of imaging findings including large size at presentation, greater vascular enhancement and absence of biliary dilatation should suggest leiomyosarcoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Laparotomy
  • Leiomyosarcoma / diagnosis
  • Leiomyosarcoma / diagnostic imaging*
  • Leiomyosarcoma / therapy
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms / therapy
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*