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Pancreatic cancer Flashcards

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What is the most common pancreatic cancer?

A

Pancreatic adenocarcinoma accounts for 90%

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Risk factors of pancreatic cancer?

A

Men
65+
Smoker
Obese
Chronic pancreatitis
Family history

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Symptoms of pancreatic cancer?

A

Epigastric pain worse at night
Jaundice
Weight loss
Palpable gall blader
Recent diagnosis of diabetes mellitus

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Investigations of pancreatic cancer?

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Bloods
-Carbohydrate antigen 19-9 + LFT

CT

Endoscopic USG

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Treatment of pancreatic cancer?

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Surgery - Whipple procedure

Chemotherapy

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