Pancreatic Tumors in Children Our experience

Five children presented to us with pancreatic tumors over a period of 7 years. The presentation included abdominal pain, jaundice, a history of trivial trauma,vomiting, and recurrence of disease. Ultrasound, CT Scan, and MRI were useful in diagnosis. The possibility of pseudocyst of pancreas was entertained by the radiologist after MRI. Surgical extirpation is necessary for cure. Due to their low invasive potential, tumor enucleation and spleen preserving distal or central pancreatectomy were performed in 3 children. The proximity of the portal vein and involvement of the hepatic artery make surgery treacherous and exciting. Postoperative follow-up ranged from 10 months to 48 months.