Pancreatic solid pseudopapillary neoplasm

Definition

A rare carcinoma of the pancreas characterized by a variable combination of nonspecific signs and symptoms, such as abdominal pain, jaundice, abdominal fullness, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss. One-third of the patients are asymptomatic. The tumor has low malignant potential, but can invade locally.