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Application of imaging technology for the diagnosis of malignancy in the pancreaticobiliary duodenal junction (Review)

  • Authors:
    • Wanyi Yang
    • Pingsheng Hu
    • Chaohui Zuo
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  • Published online on: October 8, 2024     https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2024.14729
  • Article Number: 596
  • Copyright: © Yang et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution License.

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Abstract

The pancreaticobiliary duodenal junction (PBDJ) is the connecting area of the pancreatic duct, bile duct and duodenum. In a broad sense, it refers to a region formed by the head of the pancreas, the pancreatic segment of the common bile duct and the intraduodenal segment, the descending and the horizontal part of the duodenum, and the soft tissue around the pancreatic head. In a narrow sense, it refers to the anatomical Vater ampulla. Due to its complex and variable anatomical features, and the diversity of pathological changes, it is challenging to make an early diagnosis of malignancy at the PBDJ and define the histological type. The unique anatomical structure of this area may be the basis for the occurrence of malignant tumors. Therefore, understanding and subclassifying the anatomical configuration of the PBDJ is of great significance for the prevention and treatment of malignant tumors at their source. The present review comprehensively discusses commonly used imaging techniques and other new technologies for diagnosing malignancy at the PBDJ, offering evidence for physicians and patients to select appropriate examination methods.
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Yang W, Hu P and Zuo C: Application of imaging technology for the diagnosis of malignancy in the pancreaticobiliary duodenal junction (Review). Oncol Lett 28: 596, 2024.
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Yang, W., Hu, P., & Zuo, C. (2024). Application of imaging technology for the diagnosis of malignancy in the pancreaticobiliary duodenal junction (Review). Oncology Letters, 28, 596. https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2024.14729
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Yang, W., Hu, P., Zuo, C."Application of imaging technology for the diagnosis of malignancy in the pancreaticobiliary duodenal junction (Review)". Oncology Letters 28.6 (2024): 596.
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Yang, W., Hu, P., Zuo, C."Application of imaging technology for the diagnosis of malignancy in the pancreaticobiliary duodenal junction (Review)". Oncology Letters 28, no. 6 (2024): 596. https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2024.14729