A CASE OF SOLID PSEUDOPAPILLARY TUMOR OF THE PANCREAS

Solid pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas is considered to be a rare pancreatic tumor. These tumors are typically present in women in their third decade of life with low malignant potential. We report a case of 42-year-old female who presented with intermittent abdominal pain of 3 months duration. Ultrasound and CECT showed mixed solid and cystic lesion of the body of pancreas. Distal pancreatectomy with splenectomy was done as a definitive treatment. The HPE was reported as SOLID PSEUDOPAPILLARY TUMOR. The case is presented for its rarity the importance of accurate diagnosis and treatment is emphasized.