Immunotherapy
198 articles
Why Clinical Trials Should Be a Patient’s Starting Point
Why are clinical trials such an important part of pancreatic cancer treatment? We outline many reasons doctors and patients should look at trials.
Two-Drug Combo Targets KRAS and Fights Resistance
Researcher Hervé Tiriac leads a clinical trial for a new drug combination targeting KRAS and chemotherapy resistance.
Understanding How Super-Enhancers Rev Up Pancreatic Cancer Growth
Researcher Ronald Evans, Ph.D., and his team at the Salk Institute are focusing on how super-enhancers stimulate pancreatic cancer growth.
ASCO GI Symposium Features a Broad Range of Pancreatic Cancer Research
Researchers at ASCO GI 2024 reported on research in health disparities, KRAS and other genetic mutations, and novel treatments.
Complementary Therapies—a Way to Gain Peace?
What techniques are other pancreatic cancer patients using to relieve symptoms and side effects, and cope with treatment? Learn more about the most popular complementary therapies.
Eating Right Can Help Your Pancreatic Cancer Fight
Pancreatic cancer patients can potentially combat side effects of treatment through a proper diet, according to advice from oncology dietitian Maria Petzel.
Living Longer with Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors
Dr. Pamela Hodul walks us through different types of pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (PNET) and how rare they are along with the latest treatment options.
Sometimes Life Hits You in the Head
Pancreatic cancer survivor William Ramshaw shares his advice about managing life after diagnosis and during treatment for other patients.
Pancreatic Enzymes Explained
GI cancer specialist Dr. Shaalan Beg and dietician Shelli Hardy explain how pancreatic enzymes work in digestion and why pancreatic cancer patients may need them.
Radiation Therapy to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Smith Apisarnthanarax, a radiation oncologist, details the different types of radiation therapy given to pancreatic cancer patients.
Cancer Commons: Democratizing Cancer Care
Do you need a different treatment for your pancreatic cancer? Lola Rahib explains how Cancer Commons Virtual Tumor Board works for patients.
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.
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.
The Key Role of an Oncology Dietitian in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
Not sure what to eat during treatment? Oncology dietitian Antonella Apicella explains how to tailor an eating plan to your needs.
Stay Fit During Cancer Treatment
Researcher Christina Dieli-Conwright discusses the benefits of exercise during pancreatic cancer treatments, and ways patients can stay fit.