Pancreatic Cysts
Pancreatic Cysts
It is defined as the saclike fluid filled pockets in pancreas, which is the important organ of body located in the abdomen behind the lower part of stomach. Pancreas secrete important enzymes which help in the digestion and hormones which help to regulate the blood sugar level.
Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of pancreatic cysts include:
- Weight loss
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Persistent abdominal pain
Causes
The exact cause of the pancreatic cysts is not found yet. Certain conditions associated with cysts formation included polycystic kidney disease, von Hippel-lindau disease.
Diagnosis
After taking medical history and conducting a physical examination your doctor might recommend a following tests to confirm the diagnosis:
- Physical examination of abdomen
- Ultrasound to see the complete structures of abdomen
- Blood test to check serum enzymes level
- CT scan to see the detailed image of pancreas
Treatment
Treatment depend upon the size and characteristic signs of the cysts which included:
- Waiting until they cause any serious problems
- Drainage
- Surgical removal of cysts