Pancreatic panniculitis and carcinoma of the pancreas |
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Authors: | L Sagi B Amichai A Barzilai R Weitzen H Trau |
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Institution: | Departments of Dermatology;and Oncology, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel |
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Abstract: | Pancreatic panniculitis is a rare complication of carcinoma of the pancreas, most often accompanying the rare acinar cystadenocarcinoma. It presents with painful erythematous subcutaneous nodules typically located on the leg. We present a case of a 79-year-old man with neuroendocrine carcinoma of the pancreas and liver metastasis, who developed painful subcutaneous nodules on his shins. Laboratory values included a raised lipase level with normal amylase level and peripheral eosinophilia. The patient was treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, dexamethasone and antibiotics, with resolution of the dermatological symptoms. |
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