Pancreatic Cysts

512 articles

Research
November 6, 2018 • 2 Min

Immunotherapy Combination Plus Radiation for Pancreatic Cancer

Researchers are testing two monoclonal antibodies approved to treat melanoma plus radiation as a treatment for pancreatic cancer.

Survivor Stories
December 20, 2023 • 1 Min

Let’s Win Pancreatic Cancer Survivors Series—Year Seven

Our Survivors Video Series is entering Year Seven with even more inspiring stories of taking on pancreatic cancer and life.

Research
February 7, 2019 • 2 Min

Testing a Different Approach to Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

A drug that is epigenetic therapy, which alters how DNA behaves, is being tested in a clinical trial for pancreatic cancer.

Disease Management
August 1, 2024 • 4 Min

Drama Helps Playwright Tackle Pancreatic Cancer Loss

Playwright Isobel Barrett has turned the tragic loss of her husband into a moving play that is also a tool for pancreatic cancer advocacy.

Survivor Stories
May 18, 2023 • 3 Min

Blood Clots, a Stroke, and Pancreatic Cancer

Mike Emerson underwent a pancreatectomy followed by two years of chemotherapy and radiation but he’s enjoying life now.

Research
June 14, 2019 • 2 Min

Testing a New Drug to Attack Pancreatic Tumor Blood Vessels

A clinical trial is testing a new drug combination that damages the tumor blood vessels and allows chemotherapy drugs to enter the tumor.

Research
September 22, 2020 • 2 Min

Safety and Effectiveness of a New Drug for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer

Researchers are testing dose safety and effectiveness of a new drug for pancreatic cancer, in combination with gemcitabine.

News
September 28, 2017 • 1 Min

Facebook Live: Why Is Pancreatic Cancer Research Important?

Dr. David Tuveson and Dr. Allyson Ocean discuss the importance of pancreatic cancer research in this video of a Facebook Live chat.

News
September 26, 2017 • 1 Min

Facebook Live: Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer

Dr. Anirban Maitra and Dr. Allyson Ocean discuss the status of tests to provide early detection of pancreatic cancer in this video of a Facebook Live chat.

Research
April 29, 2021 • 3 Min

Chemotherapy Plus Stem Cell Infusion and Vitamins for BRCA Mutated Pancreatic Cancer

A clinical trial for pancreatic cancer patients with a BRCA mutation uses a combination of chemotherapy, vitamins, and stem cells.

Research
May 25, 2021 • 2 Min

PARP Inhibitor as Maintenance for Pancreatic Cancer Patients with BRCA1, BRCA2, or PALB2 Mutations

A new clinical trial tests a PARP inhibitor as maintenance treatment for pancreatic cancer patients with BRCA1/2 or PALB2 mutations.

Research
May 2, 2022 • 2 Min

A New Immunotherapy Combination for Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer

Researchers are looking at a combination of two types of monoclonal antibodies to treat advanced pancreatic cancer.

Research
July 19, 2022 • 2 Min

Four-Drug Combination Tested in Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer

A clinical trial is testing a drug combination including a drug used for erectile dysfunction, a new drug, and two immunotherapy drugs.

News
July 29, 2020 • 2 Min

Let’s Win! Pancreatic Cancer Foundation Appoints Two New Board Members

David Glauber and Sergeant Elvin Howard, Jr., have been appointed to the Let’s Win Board of Directors, effective July 2020.

Research
April 17, 2016 • 3 Min

Drug Onivyde Gives New Hope to Patients with Advanced Pancreatic Cancer

Onivyde (injectable irinotecan), combined with fluorouracil and leucovorin, has been approved as a second-line treatment for advanced pancreatic cancer.