Missed curable carcinoma of the pancreas presenting as chronic pancreatitis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We present a case of pancreatic malignancy which presented as chronic pancreatitis. The diagnostic difficulties are discussed. We recommend that when there is any doubt about a diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis with a pancreatic mass, then early resection is appropriate.
Medical subject headings
- Pancreatic Neoplasms
- Pancreatitis