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Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Diagnosis - Link

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Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Diagnosis

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http://www.tumorzentrum-hdma.de/texte/gr_20060426_Loehr.pdf

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Find information on the diagnosis of Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma. Pancreatic cancer usually presents with jaundice, in a patient with a pancreatic mass and with weight loss and back pain. Tumor markers include CA 19-9 which is not specific, however is ok with a sensitivity of around 67% and specificity of 68%. CT scan is the choice for imaging. Endoscopic ultrasound is also very effective.

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