Cyst fluids can easily and safely be obtained from patients with pancreatic cysts by endoscopic aspiration. These fluids are often acellular and therefore typically not useful for cytologic diagnosis.

and the relationship between the lesion and the pancreatic duct can help categorize these lesions. Although a thorough history and radiographic findings often suggest a particular diagnosis, ...

"That's like the endoscopy we do for heartburn or stomach ... cancer cases while investigating another issue, such as a pancreatic cyst. "A cyst is a small fluid collection. Most cysts are benign ...

in which the cysts form in the setting of acute pancreatitis with a pancreatic inflammatory mass, abscesses, or severe necrosis, endoscopic drainage of the pseudocysts often proves futile.

These include acute and chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts and pancreatic cancer, among others ... advanced laboratory testing, imaging studies and endoscopic procedures, when necessary. By ...