Pancreatic cancer is a formidable opponent. It's often found too late. That's why doctors and researchers around the world are trying to solve the mystery and solve it quick. It is a disease that makes people wonder- how much danger am I in? Genes passed on from parents can sometimes make you more likely to get it. Scientists call these faulty little guys mutatio...
Pancreatic cancer is a tough challenge. Surgeons have a tool-carrying out a complete pancresetomy. This is a tricky process that involves removing the whole cancerous region and nearby tissues. But, the real question is how to predict how well a patient will do after surgery. This is where the C-reactive protein (CRP) to prealbumin (PALB) ratio comes in. Doc...
Scientists have been working on a new way to make treating pancreatic cancer safer and more effective. They're using something called nanoliposomes to carry a special antibody called CD40a. These tiny carriers have a clever trick: they stick to the tumor's surface when they sense a particular environment. This helps the antibody work better directly on the tumor, whi...
Pancreatic cancer, especially the type called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), is very dangerous. A medicine called paclitaxel, or PTX, is often given through a needle (intravenously) to treat this cancer. PTX can trigger a special type of cell death that helps the immune system fight cancer. Scientists recently found a way to give PTX as a pill instead of th...
On November 22, Mark Withers, a beloved actor known for his roles in popular shows like Dynasty and Stranger Things, passed away at the age of 77. His daughter, Jessie Withers, confirmed the sad news, sharing that her father had been bravely battling pancreatic cancer. "He handled his illness with the same strength and dignity he showed in his craft, " Jessie said, r...
The Covid-19 pandemic threw a wrench into the works of cancer surgery, including procedures for pancreatic cancer. Healthcare resources were shifted, and cancer treatment pathways had to be redrawn. This disruption had the potential to severely impact fast-growing cancers like pancreatic adenocarcinoma. But what about the long-term outcomes? Did the delays in surgery...
Ever wondered about the link between genes and pancreatic cancer in women? Let's dive into the scene with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. These genetic changes can affect the lifetime risk of pancreatic cancer, but we're still trying to fully grasp how much. A global study watched over female BRCA1 and BRCA2 carriers to learn more. They kept an eye on these women from age...
Cancer cachexia is a common issue, affecting up to 80% of cancer patients. It reduces their quality of life and survival rates. Previously, it was shown that the transcriptional repressor Forkhead box P1 (FoxP1) is increased in the skeletal muscle of both cachectic mice and humans with cancer. When overexpressed, it can cause muscle wasting symptoms similar to cachex...
Pancreatic cancer used to be thought of as a disease for older folks, but guess what? More and more people in their 40s are getting it. A study showed that many young adults don't know the early signs of this cancer or how to lower their risk. The survey asked people under 50 about their knowledge of pancreatic cancer. Surprisingly, a third thought it only affects s...
Imagine a community coming together to fight a common enemy. That's exactly what the Elvin Howard Sr. Pancreatic Cancer Foundation is all about. Named after Elvin Howard Sr. , who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in 2017, the foundation aims to raise awareness and support for those affected by this devastating disease. Elvin Howard Jr. , son of the foundation'...