A Case of Metastatic Seminoma Mimicking a Primary Pancreatic Tumor

Authors

Ahmad Alomari, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Ismail Althunibat
Mark S. Obri, Henry Ford HealthFollow
John Curran, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Basel Aldroubi
William Davis, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Robert Pompa, Henry Ford HealthFollow

Recommended Citation

Alomari A, Althunibat I, Obri MS, Curran J, Aldroubi B, Davis W, and Pompa R. A Case of Metastatic Seminoma Mimicking a Primary Pancreatic Tumor. Cureus 2024; 16(9):e70329.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

9-1-2024

Publication Title

Cureus

Abstract

Metastatic seminoma to the pancreas is exceedingly rare, with few reported cases in medical literature. We present a case of a 66-year-old male, six years post-remission from testicular seminoma, who presented with obstructive jaundice and a pancreatic mass mimicking primary malignancy. Diagnostic workup including endoscopic ultrasound-guided biopsy confirmed metastatic seminoma. He underwent successful treatment with four cycles of cisplatin and etoposide, achieving complete remission. This case underscores the diagnostic challenge of pancreatic metastases and emphasizes the role of biopsy in guiding appropriate management. Awareness of such presentations is crucial for timely intervention and improved patient outcomes.

PubMed ID

39463534

Volume

16

Issue

9

First Page

70329

Last Page

70329