Mucinous cystic neoplasms of the pancreas: High-resolution cross-sectional imaging features with clinico-pathologic correlation

Aim: To describe the high-resolution cross-sectional (MDCT/MRI) features of mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN) of the pancreas with clinico-pathologic correlation; to identify imaging predictors of high-grade dysplasia/carcinoma, and to estimate MCN growth rate. Two radiologists examined retrospectively in consensus the following MDCT/MRI features: MCN location, size, capsule and thickness of the capsule, presence of mural nodules, enhancing septations, calcifications, chronic pancreatitis, and main pancreatic duct dilation.