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ea0037ep1102 | Endocrine tumours | ECE2015

Enucleation of pancreatic proinsulinoma: case report

Goncalves Ana Pires , Almeida Rui , Martins Hercilia , Lourenco Madalena , Pereira Jorge , Peixe Bruno , Clara Ana Rita , Viegas Conceicao , Nobre Ana Marta , Silva Silvia , Pereira Jorge Paulino , Lazaro Mario

Introduction: Functional islet β-cell tumours represent 1–2% of all pancreatic neoplasms. Diagnosing this type of tumour is often challenging because they present with unspecific clinical features overlapping more common syndromes. Diagnosis involves expensive testing, so, establishing whipple’s triad and excluding causes of exogenous hyperinsulinaemia is crucial before initiating investigation.Objective: To report a rare case of a proinsu...