Pancreatic Cyst Care
Many types of cysts can grow in the pancreas. Some are benign and may not need further treatment. Others could become malignant. At Vanderbilt’s Pancreatic Cyst program, our team of experts can identify what type of cyst you have and tailor a treatment plan for you.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all types of pancreatic cysts, including:
- Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN)
- Mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN)
- Serous cystadenomas (SCA)
Meet Your Care Team
Kamran IdreesMD, MSCI, MMHC, FACS
- Colon and Rectal Surgery,
- Endocrine Cancer,
- Endocrine Surgery,
- Gastroenterology Surgery,
- Gastrointestinal,
- General Surgery,
- Hepatobiliary and Liver Surgery
Why Choose Pancreatic Cyst Care at Vanderbilt
- Comprehensive care
We care for patients through diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, education and research. From the most simple to the most complex treatment, we provide a full range of options to address your specific needs and preferences.
- Knowledge and experience
Our specialists perform more than 700 endoscopic ultrasound procedures a year, making us experts in using this technology to provide answers and help you find relief.
- A team centered on your needs
Vanderbilt Health brings together specialized providers, advanced technology and research in one connected system. If your care is part of a more complex health concern, we’ll work with experts in all areas related to your care to tailor a treatment plan just for you
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Confocal microscopy for evaluation
- CT scan
- Digital cholangioscopy and pancreatoscopy
- Endoscopic surgery
- EUS-guided micro-forceps biopsy
- Enucleation
- Laparoscopic surgery