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World J Gastroenterol. May 14, 2017; 23(18): 3338-3348
Published online May 14, 2017. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v23.i18.3338
Published online May 14, 2017. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v23.i18.3338
Table 2 Classification, description, and associated cyst type confocal laser endomicroscopy image patterns
Variable | Explanation of patterns | Cyst type where pattern is observed |
Papillae | A papilla is a finger-like projection of variable length consisting of an overlying epithelium and underlying vascular core | IPMN |
Epithelial bands | Epithelial bands are either single or multiple layers of epithelium without a papillary configuration. These bands demonstrated layering or a horizon-type configuration | MCN |
Trabecular pattern | Nests of cells separated by blood vessels of fibrous bands | Cystic-NET |
Fern pattern | A concentrated network of parallel vessels emanating from a central vessel similar to a fern-leaf | SCA |
- Citation: Krishna SG, Modi RM, Kamboj AK, Swanson BJ, Hart PA, Dillhoff ME, Manilchuk A, Schmidt CR, Conwell DL. In vivo and ex vivo confocal endomicroscopy of pancreatic cystic lesions: A prospective study. World J Gastroenterol 2017; 23(18): 3338-3348
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v23/i18/3338.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v23.i18.3338