# Idiopathic fibrosing pancreatitis: A rare cause of obstructive jaundice

## TL;DR

A rare case of idiopathic fibrosing pancreatitis in a child caused obstructive jaundice and was successfully treated with bile duct stenting.

## Contribution

This case report highlights idiopathic fibrosing pancreatitis as a rare cause of obstructive jaundice in pediatric patients.

## Key findings

- An 11-year-old male presented with pruritis, jaundice, and abdominal pain due to idiopathic fibrosing pancreatitis.
- Imaging and biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of idiopathic fibrosing pancreatitis.
- Temporary stenting of the common bile duct successfully treated the patient's symptoms.

## Abstract

Jaundice is an important physiologic manifestation of both benign and insidious diseases. We report on the case of an 11‐year‐old male who presented with diffuse pruritis, jaundice, and later abdominal pain. Initial work‐up revealed an obstructive cholestatic pattern, warranting investigation for structural anomalies. Extensive imaging revealed a lesion on the pancreatic head, and biopsy of the lesion confirmed the diagnosis of idiopathic fibrosing pancreatitis (IFP). Temporary stenting of the common bile duct successfully treated our patient's symptomatic IFP.