Pancreatic Cancer

This treatment may improve survival of pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found that one-third of patients receiving chemotherapy before surgery for pancreatic cancer had very encouraging results at the time...

This diabetes can be an early sign of pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found that one of the most recently identified types of diabetes, type 3c or pancreatogenic diabetes, could also be...

New finding may help develop noninvasive test for pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found that the level of metal ions in urine samples is an accurate indicator of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC),...

Obesity is a driver of pancreatic cancer, new study shows

Pancreatic cancer is expected to become the second-deadliest cancer in the United States by 2030, driven in part by rising obesity rates. In a new...

Aspirin may help reduce risks of pancreatic and liver cancers

In a new study, researchers found aspirin is linked to a reduction in the risk of developing several cancers of the digestive tract, including...

New blood test could help detect pancreatic cancer early

In a new study, researchers found that a blood test may be able to detect the most common form of pancreatic cancer in early...

This heartburn drug linked to higher risk of pancreatic cancer

A Michigan Medicine gastroenterologist discusses the recent recall of ranitidine, or Zantac, and shares treatment options and tips for individuals living with heartburn. Recently, the...

Scientists find a new drug to treat pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found that a compound in development for a rare kidney stone disease may have the potential to fight against...

Why some prostate cancers are more aggressive

In a new study, researchers have discovered why some prostate cancers are more aggressive, spread to different parts of the body, and ultimately cause...

This study shows a cause of the most common pancreatic cancer

The most common type of pancreatic cancer is pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. This is aggressive cancer that develops from secretory and tubular cells of the pancreas. There...