Abstract
Computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasonography are the most commonly used modalities for pancreatic imaging. Recent breakthroughs in imaging technologies have had a significant impact on the accuracy and use of pancreatic imaging in the diagnosis and staging of malignant and benign pancreatic diseases.
Keywords
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
- Main Pancreatic Duct
- Cystic Neoplasm
- Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Tumor
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Cecchini, S., Cacciamani, L., Lorenzoni, A., Fabrizzi, G. (2009). Imaging of Pancreatic Neoplasms. In: Surgical Treatment of Pancreatic Diseases. Updates in Surgery. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-0856-4_14
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