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Medicine · Oncology

Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research

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Abstract editorial illustration accompanying the article: Review examines how pancreatic cysts may signal different cancer risks
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Review examines how pancreatic cysts may signal different cancer risks

This review examines pancreatic cystic lesions, especially intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs), and how imaging may help distinguish them from other cysts. It discusses signs associated with cancer arising from an IPMN and the possibility of a separate pancreatic cancer developing elsewhere in the pancreas. The article is a review, not a new study of a defined group of patients.

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Abstract editorial illustration accompanying the article: Review finds reinforced staplers linked to fewer pancreatic leaks after surgery
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Review finds reinforced staplers linked to fewer pancreatic leaks after surgery

Researchers combined results from 20 randomized trials involving 2,868 patients who had distal pancreatectomy, an operation that removes part of the pancreas. Reinforced staplers were associated with fewer clinically important pancreatic fistulas than suture-based closure, while patch techniques were associated with fewer abdominal fluid collections.

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Abstract editorial illustration accompanying the article: Review examines how biology may refine pancreatic cancer surgery decisions
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Review examines how biology may refine pancreatic cancer surgery decisions

This structured narrative review examined whether biological features of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma can add information to imaging when considering surgery. It reports that some tumors that appear operable may still have aggressive disease, but several proposed biomarkers require further prospective testing and standardization.

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