There are several types of cysts that occur in the pancreas. They are being detected more frequently as the sensitivity and resolution of CT and MRI keep improving. If the description is from CT imaging, a surgical oncologist may order more specific imaging such as EUS, MRI or MRCP to try and determine the more specific type and risk factor.

Cysts can be benign, pre-cancerous or malignant. The specific type will determine a course of action from surveillance to surgical intervention. Cysts such as IPMN’s that occur in the ducts are generally benign in branch ducts. When occurring in a main duct, they can become problematic.

The last three sentences you wrote give the impression that no pathologies of the pancreas have arisen as of this point in time. A surgical oncology consult will go over any further diagnostic imaging, biopsy and surveillance recommendations.