DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2024.v12i06.017

Pages: 1041-1044

Mucinous cystadenomas are part of the cystic tumours of the pancreas. They are benign tumours whose malignant potential recommends surgical resection. They are often discovered incidentally, in 75% of cases. These tumours have radiological characteristics that suggest the diagnosis. There are known radiological criteria predictive of malignancy, including a tumour diameter ≥ 3cm. Furthermore, the diagnosis of certainty is provided by anatomopathological examination. Practitioners must bear in mind the existence of these tumours, their malignant potential, and the possibility of a benign nature despite the presence of radiological criteria predictive of malignancy. Treatment consists of surgical resection without cystic rupture in order to prevent the risk of recurrence.