Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Pancreatic Cancer and Tumor

When aberrant pancreatic cells proliferate unchecked and develop into a tumor, pancreatic cancer begins. The exocrine and endocrine cell types both of which are present in the pancreas and perform a variety of tasks, are both present. Exocrine tumors are thought to account for about 94% of pancreatic cancer cases. The exocrine cells that produce pancreatic enzymes, which aid in digesting, are where the tumors first appear. In this category, adenocarcinomas make up the majority of tumors. The percentage of pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors is approximately 6%. Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of these therapies may all be used to treat pancreatic cancer.

Prevention-

Stop smoking

Maintain a healthy weight

Choose a healthy diet