Carcinoma of the Pancreas Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiologies?
A
Smoking Alcoholism Chronic pancreatitis Genetic DM Carcinogens
2
Q
Pathology?
A
Adenocarcinoma which spreads to liver, peritoneum and/or lung
3
Q
Signs and symptoms?
A
PAINLESS JAUNDICE Steatorrhea Weight loss/anorexia Lymphadenopathy Hepato/splenomegaly Ascites
4
Q
Investigations and findings?
A
ERCP
USS
Mass, dilated tree, metastases, double duct sign
5
Q
Management?
A
Palliative
Whipple’s or PPPD - do not increase prognosis
6
Q
Complications?
A
5 year life expectancy < 5%