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Diagnosis and Prognosis of Pancreatic Cancer

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Sort Desciption: CT is also very useful for diagnosing the spread of cancer beyond the pancreas. ... whether the pancreatic cancer is contained within the pancreas, or whether it ...

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Main Page Risk Factors Reducing Your Risk Screening Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Overview Chemotherapy Radiation Therapy Surgical Procedures Lifestyle Changes Managing Side Effects Talking to Your Doctor Resource Guide Diagnosis and Prognosis of Pancreatic Cancer by Rosalyn Carson-DeWitt, MD En Espaol (Spanish Version) The process of diagnosis includes the following: Review of your medical history Physical exam Diagnostic testing Cytology Staging Prognosis Review of Your Medical History Your doctor will ask you to describe your symptoms in detail. Youll be asked about your smoking habits (past and present), history of exposure to chemicals, personal medical history, and family medical history; for example, have any close relatives had cancer? Physical Exam Your doctor will perform a complete physical examination, paying particular attention to the abdominal exam. Your doctor will feel for a mass in your abdomen, and ask if you have any pain or tenderness during the course of the exam. Diagnostic Testing The following tests may be done: Blood tests A number of blood tests may be performed, although they cannot be used to definitively diagnose pancreatic cancer. They may show some of the changes that occur during pancreatic cancer, such as elevated levels of the enzymes amylase and lipase, increased bilirubin, elevated glucose, and changes in liver function tests. These changes can occur in other ...

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