Pancreatic Cancer (cont.)
Medical Author:
Timothy Kuo, MD
Coauthor:
George Fisher, MD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Winston W Tan, MD
Medical Editor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Koyamangalath Krishnan, MD, FRCP
IN THIS ARTICLE
Pancreatic Cancer PreventionNo known preventative measure exists for pancreatic cancer; however,
minimizing certain risk factors is important. Risk factors that can be
controlled include limiting smoking and excessive alcohol intake. Viewer Comments & ReviewsPancreatic Cancer - Effective TreatmentsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What kinds of treatments have been effective for your pancreatic cancer? Pancreatic Cancer - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What were the symptoms of your pancreatic cancer? |
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Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of death among both men and women, comprising 6% of all cancer-related deaths.
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