Pancreatic Malakoplakia: A Rare Pathology Associated With Acute Pancreatitis.
ACG Case Rep J
; 10(4): e01042, 2023 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
Malakoplakia is a rare granulomatous tumor-like inflammatory condition, most frequently involving the genitourinary system and occurring in immunosuppressed patients. The gastrointestinal tract is the second most common site, where it is usually seen involving the colon. We report a case of malakoplakia presenting as a pancreatic mass. Imaging showed soft tissue along the pancreatic tail/greater curvature concerning for infiltrating tumor, but endoscopic ultrasound with biopsy showed malakoplakia. Our case discusses malakoplakia at an uncommon site, which was appropriately treated with antibiotics.
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