Open AccessPrimary hepatocellular carcinoma (“hepatoid” carcinoma) of the pancreas: a case report and review of the literature
Author(s) -
Steen Shawn,
Wolin Edward,
Geller Stephen A.,
Colquhoun Steven
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.26
Subject(s) - medicine , hepatocellular carcinoma , pancreas , histopathology , carcinoma , pathology , gastroenterology , general surgery , oncology
Key Clinical Message We present a case of hepatocellular carcinoma located within the pancreas. These tumors occur in the body and tail of the pancreas, with a male predominance, and at a younger age. Tumors with pure hepatocellular histopathology have better survival and recurrence rates and should be offered surgical therapy if possible.