# Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma With New Pancreatic Lesions Presenting As Acute Pancreatitis: A Case Report

## TL;DR

This case report describes a rare instance of sarcomatoid mesothelioma metastasizing to the pancreas, presenting as acute pancreatitis in an elderly man.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in documenting a rare pancreatic metastasis from sarcomatoid mesothelioma presenting as acute pancreatitis.

## Key findings

- A 78-year-old male presented with acute pancreatitis due to metastatic sarcomatoid mesothelioma.
- Pancreatic metastasis from sarcomatoid mesothelioma is extremely rare and has not been widely reported.
- The case highlights the importance of considering rare metastatic sites in mesothelioma patients.

## Abstract

Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive malignancy that usually follows asbestos exposure. It is the least common subtype of mesotheliomas, following epithelial and biphasic subtypes. Pleural mesothelioma can metastasize, with the liver, kidneys, adrenal glands, and opposite lungs being the most commonly reported sites for metastasis. Metastasis of the pancreas is extremely rare, which is why the authors of this case report intend to present the case of a 78-year-old male who was found to have acute pancreatitis, most likely secondary to metastatic lesions.