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Gastrointestinal: Endoscopic ultrasound of a pancreatic lesion in situs inversus.

Authors :
Kumbhari, V
Abi‐Hanna, D
Bassan, M
Source :
Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Feb2014, Vol. 29 Issue 2, p229-229. 1p. 2 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article presents a case study of a 75 year old male having situs inversus presented with diabetes mellitus, weight loss and progressive epigastric pain. Multi-slice computed tomography showed a 29 millimeter (mm) cystic mass in the pancreas' neck with situs inversus features. The pancreatic lesion was distinguished, clear of the portal vein and abutting the hepatic artery.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08159319
Volume :
29
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
94681534
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jgh.12491