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Pancreatic cancer Flashcards

1
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The 2 genes associated with pancreatic cancer?

A

BRCA2 gene
KRAS gene mutation

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Typical features of pancreatic cancer?

A
  • Painless Jaundice
  • Pale stools
  • dark urine
  • Pruritus (itchy skin)

Non specific:
* Anorexia
* Weight loss
* Epigastric pain

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3
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New onset diabetes or rapid worsening glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes even with good lifestyle and medication control. Think?

A

Pancreatic cancer

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4
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Tumour marker that may be raised in pancreatic cancer?

A

CA 19-9

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5
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Sign seen on CT in pancreatic cancer?

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Double duct sign

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