Pancreatic pseudocysts develop between 1 and 4 weeks after the onset of acute pancreatitis , often disrupting the pancreatic ducts. The cause is unknown.
Risk factors are acute pancreatitis, abdominal trauma, and chronic pancreatitis .
The incidence is 1 out of 1000 people. There is no known way to prevent this disorder. The probable outcome is good with treatment. A pancreatic abscess can develop. Call your health care provider if persistent abdominal pain develops.