Pancreatic Cysts

Pancreatic cysts are fairly common, but very few develop into cancer. Current research is focused on determining which ones are more likely to become cancerous. Learn how to monitor your pancreatic cancer risk if you have a cyst.

4 Articles

Dr. Aatur Singhi
Pancreatic Cysts
January 16, 2024 • 4 Min

Comprehensive Molecular Test Helps Classify Pancreatic Cysts

Dr. Aatur Singhi and colleagues are developing a test to help determine whether pancreatic cysts are likely to turn cancerous.

Gastroenterologist Dr. Venkata Akshintala
Symptoms
September 20, 2021 • 4 Min

Precursors to Pancreatic Cancer: Are There Any Signs to Watch Out For?

Dr. Venkata Akshintala outlines some of the precursors to pancreatic cancer that people should look out for.

Anne Marie Lennon ItN
Pancreatic Cysts
September 23, 2019 • 6 Min

Machine-Learning Assay May Improve Pancreatic Cyst Management

Dr. Anne Marie Lennon explains CompCyst, the artificial intelligence-based assay that can determine the best treatment for pancreatic cysts.

Low magnification micrograph of a benign mucinous tumour of the pancreas, also benign pancreatic mucinous cystic neoplasm, stained pink
Pancreatic Cysts
June 8, 2018 • 4 Min

What You Should Know About Pancreatic Cysts

Dr. V. Raman Muthusamy explains the difference between pancreatic cysts and pancreatic cancer. Learn about different types of pancreatic cysts and which may develop cancer.