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pancreatic cancer An Agenda for Action Report of the pancreatic cancer Progress Review Group February 2001 (Click here to view in PDF format) CoChairs Scott Kern, M.D.; Margaret Tempero, M.D. Executive Director Barbara Conley, M.D. Table of
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Extractions: Pancreatic Cancer: An Agenda for Action Report of the Pancreatic Cancer Progress Review Group February 2001 (Click here to view in PDF format) Co-Chairs: Scott Kern, M.D.; Margaret Tempero, M.D. Executive Director: Barbara Conley, M.D. Table of Contents Executive Summary Health of the Field and Overarching Issues Research Priorities Tumor Biology ... Top of Page Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease that swiftly robs patients of both quality and quantity of life. It is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in the United States. In 2001, an estimated 29,200 new cases will be diagnosed, and 28,900 people will die from the disease. Most of these tumors will be ductal adenocarcinomas, from which there currently is little chance of long-term survival median survival is six months or less, and only four percent of patients are alive five years after diagnosis. Given its incidence and almost universal fatality, substantially increased research efforts are clearly warranted to understand, prevent, and control this disease. Pancreatic cancer has been understudied in both basic research laboratories and the clinic.In terms of total research dollars, total numbers of researchers, and numbers of researchers who are highly focused on this disease, pancreatic cancer lags significantly behind all of the most common tumors, despite their far more favorable survival rates.For example, in 1999, pancreatic cancer research received only $17.3 million in National Cancer Institute (NCI) funding.
Pancreatic Cancer Online - Information On Treatment Options For Pancreatic Cance
pancreatic cancer Online is your resource for treatment and self help options,both conventional and alternative, for pancreatic cancer. PC Online banner.
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Extractions: Welcome to Pancreatic Cancer online, my attempt to share all the information I've come across in my reasearch into pancreatic cancer and the alternative treatment options that I've come across in my research. My name is David Rosenberg, and my father, Mort Rosenberg, passed away in 1994 from pancreatic cancer. During this time, I spent a great deal of time researching any treatment options I could find that had any positive results for pancreatic cancer. I looked for both medical and alternative therapy options, and the only criterea I used was that the option show positive, verifiable results for survival of pancreatic cancer. Since I know how quick and deadly this disease is, I thought I should try to share the information I came across so that people interested in looking for alternatives for PC wouldn't have to start from scratch in their research. While I don't claim to have information on all the alternatives out there, I have tried to put up information on those alternatives for pancreatic cancer that have these kind of verifiable positive results of any kind. During our research, we come across a myriad of product and treatment options and from these we culled the ones that made sense to us. We have broken these options into two categories:
MD Anderson Cancer Center - Pancreatic Tumor Study Group
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has revolutionized pancreatic cancertreatment by integrating medical disciplines together for better patient
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New York Times article about the party and the announcement that party founder Tony Mazzocchi has pancreatic cancer.
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CancerHelp UK
News and information about the diagnosis and treatment of pancreas cancer. A UK charity site, it also Category Health Conditions and Diseases Pancreaticpancreatic cancer.
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pancreatic cancer Menu. Overview, About pancreatic cancer, The Pancreas Risks andCauses Screening Symptoms Types of pancreatic cancer Questions For Your Doctor,
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Pancreatic Cancer Online Resources - Make A Difference!
A collection of online resources offered by the Decker Fund.
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Extractions: Online Resources This site has not been created, approved, or supported by any medical professional or medical organization. However, every effort has been made to assure that information given here is reliable. Nearly all of it has been obtained from reputable online sources (such as the National Cancer Institute or the American Cancer Society). Nothing contained on this page or in the pages referenced herein is intended to replace sound medical advice from the professionals of your choice. You should use the information gathered as a knowledge-base to enable you to participate intelligently and productively in your care.
Pancreatic Cancer,Purple Ribbon Room
Provides a message board, chat facilities, support and information for patients and caregivers. Signin required.
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Extractions: Recommend This Group to a Friend This site is filled with so many wonderful people. Some are afflicted with Pancreatic Cancer, some are caregivers, and some are coping with the loss of a loved one. We are here for you to gain information, for you to laugh and cry and share your tributes. Not to mention lots of support.Always remember,no matter what,you're not alone.Extend your hand and we will hold it every step of the way.Welcome to the PC family.... Click on the rose to enter the general message board If you have any questions or concerns about joining this site, please contact us directly via e-mail. Cheryl H olly (Manager) Bev (Manager) New Messages View all Welcome
Pancreatic Cancer
Offers information about pancreatic cancer, its causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.
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Extractions: What is Pancreatic Cancer? Cancer of the pancreas is abnormal cell growth in the tissue of the pancreas. The pancreas is a small organ (about six inches long) located next to the small intestine, behind the stomach. The majority of pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas. Adenocarcinomas are tumors that arise from the exocrine portion of the pancreas. The exocrine portion of the pancrease produces digestive fluids. A small number of pancreatic cancers begin in the endocrine pancreas. The endocrine portion produces hormones (such as insulin). What does the Pancreas Do? The pancreas produces juices and enzymes to help with digesting and absorbing food. The pancreas also produces and releases several hormones, such as insulin, which regulate the way your body stores and processes food. For more information on insulin related conditions, see
Understanding Cancer Of The Pancreas -, Understanding Cancer Of The Pancreas
Information for patients from the UK organization CancerBACUP including such topics as symptoms, diagnosi Category Health Conditions and Diseases Pancreatic NHS referral guidelines factsheet pancreatic cancer. Homepage http//www.cancerbacup.org.uk/Copyright CancerBACUP © All rights reserved.
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Extractions: on voluntary contributions to provide this information. If you would like to make a donation to assist us in our work, click here Understanding cancer of the pancreas From the CancerBACUP booklet series Booklets revised: June 2002 Introduction This booklet has been written to help you understand more about cancer of the pancreas. We hope it answers some of the questions you may have about its diagnosis and treatment, and addresses some of the feelings you may have. We can't advise you about the best treatment for yourself because this information can only come from your own doctor, who will be familiar with your full medical history. If after reading this booklet, you think it has helped you, do pass it on to any of your family and friends who might find it useful. They too may want to be informed so they can help you cope with any problems you may have.
Pancreatic Cancer
Overview information aimed toward a nursing perspective.
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Extractions: Signs and Symptoms: Cancer of the pancreas generally occurs without symptoms until it is in advanced stages. If a cancer develops in an area of the pancreas near the common bile duct, its blockage may lead to jaundice (a noticeable yellowing of the skin due to pigment accumulation). Sometimes the tumor is in an early stage. Risk Factors: Very little is known about what causes the disease or how to prevent it. Risk increases after age 50. Smoking is a risk factor and incidence rates are more than twice as high for smokers as for nonsmokers. Some studies have suggested associations with chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, or cirrhosis. In countries where the diet is high in fat, pancreatic cancer rates are higher.
Pancreatic Cancer, The Cancer Information Network
General information and related links.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Pancreatic MSKCC Diagnosis of pancreatic cancer This article from the Memorial Sloan KetteringCancer Center discuss the procedures used in pancreatic cancer diagnosis
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Extractions: First Steps After Diagnosis of Cancer Top 10 Cancer Sites, Treatment Centers, and Cancer Books for Newly Diagnosed Patients. Cancer Patients: Known Your Rights. Understanding Prognosis and Cancer Statistics - answers the most important question, "What is my prognosis?" Support Groups for Cancer Patients ... Pediatric Cancers Welcome to The Cancer Information Network Introduction Pancreatic cancer is a malignant disease occurs in the pancreas. This year, about 29,000 people will be diagnosed with this malignancy. The diagnosis of pancreatic cancer brings with them many questions and a need for clear, understandable answers... In The Spotlight: " I am diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Where can I obtain answers to my questions?" - Get answers of your questions of pancreatic cancer from a board-certified oncologist. Questions about cancer or its treatment?
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Faulty Gene May Contribute to pancreatic cancer Same gene mutations have beentied to breast, ovarian cancer By Kathleen Doheny HealthScoutNews Reporter.
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Extractions: HealthScoutNews Reporter TUESDAY, Feb. 4 (HealthScoutNews) Mutations in the BRCA2 gene, already known to increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancers, may also make people susceptible to a hereditary form of pancreatic cancer, German researchers conclude. Their findings echo those of previous studies. "We have found mutations which are likely to explain in a subgroup of families with pancreatic cancer cases why the disease occurs," says Dr. Stephan A. Hahn, a professor of oncology at the Knappschaftskrankenhaus University of Bochum in Bochum, Germany. Hahn is also co-author of the new study, which appears in the Feb. 5 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute Hahn and his colleagues identified 26 European families with at least two first-degree relatives a sister or father, for instance with pancreatic cancer. After testing them, the researchers found that 19 percent of the families had at least one member who had either a mutation or a variant of BRCA2. While the new research confirms findings in previous studies, including one done by Johns Hopkins University researchers, Hahn says the study population for his study is broader.
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pancreatic cancer More info on this condition. Introduction. Cancerof the pancreas is the 11th most common cancer among US residents.
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Extractions: Pancreatic Cancer More info on this condition Introduction Cancer of the pancreas is the 11th most common cancer among U.S. residents. This year, 28,300 people will be diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas and 28,200 will die from the disease, making it the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths (2 percent to 3 percent of all cancer deaths in this country). Because pancreatic cancer usually produces no symptoms in its early stages, diagnosis is difficult and treatment does not often begin in the early stages of the disease. Almost half of patients with pancreatic cancer present with metastatic disease at diagnosis, or cancer that has spread beyond its original site. The pancreas is a gland located in the upper middle of the abdomen where it is surrounded by the stomach, duodenum (small intestine), spleen and liver. Shaped somewhat like an elongated fish, wide at one end and narrow at the other, it is about 6 inches long and 2 inches wide, with three sections: the head, the body and the tail. Glands in the human body are of two types: exocrine, meaning they secrete hormones and enzymes through a canal or duct at the surface of an organ rather than into the bloodstream; and endocrine, meaning they secrete material directly into the bloodstream. Most of the cells in the pancreas are exocrine glands that produce pancreatic juice containing enzymes that digest fat and proteins. Less than 5 percent of the cells in the pancreas are endocrine. These cells are found in small groups called islets, and help control the level of sugar in the blood by releasing insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream. Because the pancreas contains more islet cells than are needed, surgical removal of half of the pancreas usually still allows production of all the insulin the body needs to function.
Pancreatic Cancer
A discussion of diagnosis and treatment options is offered by this Seattle, Washington institution.Category Health Conditions and Diseases PancreaticVirginia Mason is a leader in the treatment of pancreatic cancer.This comprehensive web and treatment options. pancreatic cancer.
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Extractions: //document.write(TopLinks); Throughout this site, you'll read about pancreatic cancer and Virginia Mason's unique capabilities in diagnosing, treating and supporting men and women diagnosed with this disease. We'll help you understand why Virginia Mason is one of the premier cancer centers in the country and how you can access us for your care.
Cancer.gov - Q&A: The Phase III Gonzalez Protocol Trial
Questions and answers from the National Cancer Institute regarding a clinical trial with an alternative nutritional oriented therapy for pancreatic cancer.
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AGA Gastroenterology Links
A collection of general related resources including those of pancreatic cancer are offered by the American Gastroenterological Association.
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