Psychological distress in patients under surveillance for intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms of the pancreas: The 'Sword of Damocles' effect calls for an integrated medical and psychological approach a prospective analysis

摘要

Introduction: Most intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) of the pancreas can be safely surveilled. Their psychological impact is not known. The aim of this study is to obtain a psychological profile of patients under surveillance and compare the results to patients undergoing surgery.