Conceptos básicos del cáncer de páncreas
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Understanding Distal Pancreatectomy
Distal pancreatectomy is another type of surgery used to remove tumors. Learn more and if you may qualify for this surgery.
Who Should Be Screened For Pancreatic Cancer
Who should be screened for pancreatic cancer? Dr. Allyson Ocean explains how genetic mutations and family history factor into screening.
Tumor Staging and Pancreatic Cancer
What is tumor staging and how does it affect treatment? Dr. Shubham Pant helps explain how pancreatic cancer tumors are staged and graded.
AACR Special Conference Highlights Advances in Pancreatic Cancer Research
Here are some of the most interesting highlights from the 2024 AACR Special Conference on Pancreatic Cancer Research.
CRISPR: A New Tool to Help Understand Cancer-Linked Mutations
Lukas Dow, Ph.D., is using CRISPR technology to find better ways to fight cancer by editing the genome.
Earlier Detection of Pancreatic Cancer: A Marathon, Not A Sprint
Dino Verrelli of Project Purple joins with Dr. Diane Simeone on the PRECEDE Consortium to develop earlier detection and new pancreatic cancer treatments.
Unraveling the Web for Reliable Pancreatic Cancer Information
Dr. Mark Lewis and journalist Steve Doig explain how to judge whether the information about pancreatic cancer on the internet is from a reliable source.
What You Should Know About Tumor Boards
A tumor board brings together experts in different treatment fields to discuss your case and help direct your pancreatic cancer treatment.
Genetic Testing Can Help Those You Love
Dr. Fay Kastrinos, director of the Muzzi Mirza Pancreatic Cancer Prevention and Genetics Program at Columbia University Medical Center, explains the value of genetic testing for cancer prevention and treatment.
Pancreatic Cancer Exceptional Responders and the Immune System Link
Dr. Vinod Balachandran looks at the immune system of exceptional responders–patients who respond extremely well to chemotherapy–for treatment clues.
At the Table: Taking Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Pancreatic cancer survivors discuss the different ways they are being careful to avoid catching COVID-19 during the pandemic.
A Cancer-Free Life 25 Years in the Making
Andy Lyons lost many family members to pancreatic cancer. With such a family history he knew to be proactive and get screened regularly.
Targeting Cancer Metabolism
Researchers from Tyme Technologies are focusing on cancer cell metabolism, particularly tyrosine, as a way to kill cancer cells.
New Guidelines on the Use of Radiation for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
New clinical guidelines from the American Society for Radiation Oncology will help clarify the best uses of radiation treatment for pancreatic cancer.
The Cancer Moonshot
Dr. Elizabeth Jaffee of Johns Hopkins is part of the Cancer Moonshot’s Blue Ribbon Panel, and she explains the goals of the program.