Pancreatic tumors in children are quite rare.  Islet cell tumors often present with low blood sugar and brief changes in mental status.  Workup requires special blood tests as well as CT scanning of the abdomen with IV contrast.  Treatment is surgical removal.

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CT Scan

Insulinoma-CT

CT scan showing a pancreatic islet cell tumor in a teenage girl with hyperinsulinemia