Mesenchymal tumors of the pancreas: CT findings

This article reviews the CT imaging features of the most frequent mesenchym al tumors of the pancreas and stresses important distinctive patterns that may help distinguish specific entities. Various neoplasms (lymphangioma, li poma, teratoma, pancreatoblastoma, schwannoma, neurofibroma, lymphoma, and sarcoma) are reviewed, with key differential points (structure, fatty and w ater densities, calcification, pattern of contrast enhancement, vasculariza tion, and necrotic or regressive changes) emphasized. In addition, epitheli al tumors are considered in the differential diagnosis.