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Rapid resolution of necrolytic migratory erythema after glucagonoma resection
Author(s) -
Smith Andrew P.,
Doolas Alexander,
Staren Edgar D.
Publication year - 1996
Publication title -
journal of surgical oncology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.201
H-Index - 111
eISSN - 1096-9098
pISSN - 0022-4790
DOI - 10.1002/(sici)1096-9098(199604)61:4<306::aid-jso15>3.0.co;2-3
Subject(s) - medicine , glucagonoma , pancreas , rash , glucagon , erythema , hyperglucagonemia , pancreaticoduodenectomy , radiology , surgery , insulinoma , insulin
A 55‐year‐old man presented with an 11‐year history of necrolytic migratory erythema and glossitis. After the patient's serum glucagon was demonstrated to be elevated, computed tomography scan revealed a mass involving the head of the pancreas. The patient underwent a Whipple‐type pancreatico‐duodenectomy and his rash resolved completely 6 days after tumor resection. He received no adjuvant treatment. A discussion of the varying theories regarding the pathogenesis and treatment of glucagon‐associated necrolytic migratory erythema is presented. © 1996 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.