Chemotherapy: A Key Player in the Battle Against Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Gabriela Chiorean explains the different types of chemotherapy typically used to treat pancreatic cancer, and how they work. Dr. Vincent Chung adds insight as well.
Thirteen Survival Years and Counting
Diane Borrison's doctor consulted the experts at Stanford and University of California, San Francisco, to choose a treatment plan for her pancreatic cancer.
My Journey Through Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer
When Chris Parrish was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer, she searched for a program and a treatment plan until she found a place that gave her hope.
Younger Brother’s Pancreatic Cancer Leads to Regular Screening for his Oldest Brother
When Scott Nelson was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, oldest brother Steve became vigilant about the disease, which lead to his early diagnosis.
Combining Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer
Researchers are combining immunotherapy and targeted therapy in a clinical trial for pancreatic cancer patients on platinum-based chemotherapy.
Targeting AXL May Improve Chemotherapy for Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Shaalan Beg describes a clinical trial using the kinase inhibitor bemcentinib along with chemotherapy as a way to slow down or stop pancreatic cancer.
A New Combination Chemotherapy Before Surgery
A new clinical trial adds vitamin D to standard of care chemotherapy before surgery, to make pancreatic cancer tumors more removable.
A Potential Role for PARP Inhibitors in Pancreatic Cancer
Due to numerous factors, including rising rates of obesity and smoking, for example, pancreatic cancer jumped to number three, and…
Testing a Breast Cancer Drug for Other Advanced Solid Tumors
In a clinical trial, a new class of breast cancer drug called a kinase inhibitor is being tested to treat pancreatic cancer.
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.