What is insulinoma and what symptoms did the patient experience?

Insulinoma is a rare pancreatic tumor that caused the patient to experience constant low blood sugar and frequent episodes of loss of consciousness.

How was the rare pancreatic tumor located?

The tumor was located using specialized blood tests measuring insulin and C-peptide levels, combined with targeted endoscopic ultrasound, after initial scans failed.

What advanced technology was used for the surgery?

A robotic-assisted approach with robotic intraoperative ultrasound was used to precisely locate and safely remove the 1.3 cm tumor from the neck of the pancreas.

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Robotic Surgery Pinpoints Rare Pancreas Tumor

1 Feb

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Summary

Robotic surgery used for a rare 1.3 cm pancreatic tumor.
Advanced imaging located the elusive tumor after initial tests failed.
Patient's blood sugar normalized post-robotic surgery removal.

Robotic Surgery Pinpoints Rare Pancreas Tumor

A 60-year-old woman received life-changing treatment for a rare pancreatic tumor known as insulinoma at Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani. The condition caused persistent low blood sugar and frequent loss of consciousness, significantly impacting her health.

Initial investigations, including contrast CT and PET scans, failed to identify the tumor's cause. A subsequent round of specialized blood tests measuring insulin and C-peptide levels, alongside a targeted endoscopic ultrasound, was crucial in locating the small, elusive mass.

The tumor measured 1.3 cm and was situated at the neck of the pancreas. To ensure precision and safety, surgeons employed a state-of-the-art robotic-assisted surgical approach. This included robotic intraoperative ultrasound, which allowed for exact localization before removal.