Overview
IPMN is a cystic neoplasm with malignant potential, main or branch duct.
Symptoms
- •Usually asymptomatic
- •Abdominal pain
- •Pancreatitis
- •Jaundice
Diagnosis
- ✓MRCP
- ✓EUS-FNA
- ✓Cyst fluid CEA
- ✓Cytology
Treatments
- →Surveillance (low-risk)
- →Pancreatectomy (high-risk)
Risk Factors
⚠️Age
⚠️Family history
Key Facts
- ℹ️Main duct: high risk
- ℹ️Branch duct: observe if <3cm
ICD-10: D13.6 | Prevalence: nadir
Last updated: 11/9/2025