A Multidisciplinary Approach to Pancreas Cancer in 2016: A Review

2017121 citationsReview

Authors

Evan L. Fogel · Indiana University Health

Safi Shahda · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Kumar Sandrasegaran · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

John M. DeWitt · Indiana University School of Medicine

Jeffrey J. Easler · Indiana University School of Medicine

David M. Agarwal · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Mackenzie A. Eagleson

Abstract

In this article, we review our multidisciplinary approach for patients with pancreatic cancer. Specifically, we review the epidemiology, diagnosis and staging, biliary drainage techniques, selection of patients for surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and discuss other palliative interventions. The areas of active research investigation and where our knowledge is limited are emphasized.

Topics & Keywords

Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The American Journal of Gastroenterology

Volume 112, Issue 4, pp. 537-554

DOI: 10.1038/ajg.2016.610

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 7.30