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Has anyone received a false positive ct scan for pancreatic mass? I went to ER to check for fracture after a fall and an abdominal ct scan with contrast detected a mass in the pancreas head measuring 4mm. Consulted a gastroenterologist who performed an endoscopic ultra sound with the intention to do a biopsy He reported that he saw nothing and therefore no biopsy was performed. Has anyone had a similar experience?
Anne Monsees, Northport NY
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Don’t accept that ultrasound- get another scan or at least get to a good cancer center and have them read your scan from the ER. Time is critical if it is a pancreatic tumor.
I had a similar experience so after the inconsistency a PET scan was undertaken and this confirmed the CT scan , even though endoscopist couldn't find it
Mine was just over 1.1cm and in tail . Just recovering from its removal
If you're uncertain ask the dr for a PET scan - hopefully the result will put your mind at rest
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No - a mass is a mass. I did however, have an endoscopic brushing taken (during an ERCP stent placement) that came back negative for cancer - although I was actually stage 3. Whipple surgery confirmed. I would get a second opinion quickly.