Cystic teratoma of the pancreas: presentation, evaluation and management.

CONTEXT Congenital cystic lesions of the pancreas are rare findings. Furthermore, a dermoid cyst of the pancreas is exceptionally uncommon. A review of the world literature shows 18 documented cases. The pre-operative evaluation of this lesion is rather questionable, with definitive diagnosis taking place intra-operatively. CASE REPORT A 52-year-old male with a symptomatic, 3-cm cystic-type mass in the pancreas. CONCLUSIONS From our case presentation and review of the world literature, we hope to establish an increased awareness in the diagnostic evaluation of these patients.