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Benign Cystadenoma Tumors

Benign cystadenoma tumors are cystic tumors that can grow in the pancreas and contain fluid. These tumors may remain benign or may develop into pancreatic cancer. These tumors include mucinous and serous cystadenomas.

  1. Mucinous Cystadenoma

    • According to the University of Southern California Department of Surgery, mucinous cystadenomas are the most common cystic tumors that develop in the pancreas. Doctors identify these cysts according to their appearance in a radiological test image. Most benign mucinous cystadenomas that are not treated tend to become cancerous.

    Mucinous Cystadenoma Risk Factors

    • The median age of patients with a mucinous cystadenoma is 54 years of age and 80 percent of patients with this type of tumor are women, as reported by the University of Southern California Department of Surgery.

    Mucinous Cystadenoma Treatment

    • Doctors usually treat benign mucinous cystadenoma tumors with surgery to remove the precancerous growth.

    Serous Cystadenoma

    • Serous cystadenoma tumors have a honeycombed appearance and rarely progress to pancreatic cancer.

    Early Cancer Symptoms

    • A patient with a cystadenoma tumor can develop early signs of pancreatic cancer, including upper abdominal pain, jaundice and loss of appetite, if the tumor becomes malignant, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Other early symptoms of pancreatic cancer include fatigue, nausea and dark colored urine.

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