Genetic Mutations
146 articles
Having a genetic mutation can make all the difference in treatment choices, and even longer-term survival. Learn more about the importance of genetic testing and molecular profiling.
New Drug for BRCA Carriers with Advanced Cancer
A phase I clinical trial is testing the effectiveness of a platinum-based drug for BRCA carriers with pancreatic, breast, and other cancers.
Taking a Systems Biology Approach to Find a New Pancreatic Cancer Target
Dr. Andrea Califano is using systems biology and cell regulators to find new targets in the search for ways to stop pancreatic cancer cells.
Liquid Biopsies: What You Should Know
Three different liquid biopsy blood tests are under development or now available for pancreatic and other cancers.
A New Vaccine for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
An mRNA vaccine that works against KRAS mutations is being tested with and without immunotherapy for advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Two-Year Survivor and Going Strong
Susan Hoopengarner coordinated her care between a local hospital and a major cancer center for chemotherapy and a Whipple procedure.
AACR Virtual Special Conference on Pancreatic Cancer: Day Two Highlights
Let’s Win and the Lustgarten Foundation present highlights of Day Two of the AACR Virtual Special Conference on Pancreatic Cancer.
Endurance Athlete Enduring Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
After a stage IV pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Dr. Kevin Moore had cytoreductive surgery to remove the metastases in his abdomen.
Tumor Biology Matters
Dr. Lynn Matrisian of PanCAN, explains that molecular profiling of a pancreatic cancer patient’s tumor can show which treatment will work best.
Pancreatic Cancer Tissue Helps Unlock the Disease’s Secrets
Dr. Christine Iacobuzio-Donahue at Memorial Sloan Kettering is using techniques from evolutionary biology to learn how pancreatic cancer grows.
Newly Diagnosed
What to Do If You Have Recently Been Diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer You or someone you love has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Now what? First, know that you are not alone in this overwhelming moment. No one should have to face pancreatic cancer without trusted resources and hope. Let’s Win is a go-to guide […]
Working Hard to Beat Pancreatic Cancer
Sandy Robis underwent a full pancreatectomy and chemotherapy to help her beat pancreatic cancer. Now she helps support other patients.
One of the Biggest Tumors They Had Ever Seen
Pancreatectomy surgery to remove her cancer was Donna Robinson’s goal, despite having one of the largest tumors her doctors had ever seen.
A Second Opinion Felt Right
Bonnie Dahl considered treatment for stage I pancreatic cancer near home but felt a second opinion and a bigger cancer center were important.
Putting Familial Risk In Perspective
Dr. Alison Klein works to understand the relationship between familial risk and the chances of developing pancreatic cancer.
Artificial Intelligence and Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer
How can AI be used in the early detection of pancreatic cancer? Dr. Michael Rosenthal reviews the current state of the field.