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For patients with advanced pancreatic cancer

Enoxaparin Prevents VTEs in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer

Enoxaparin effective for preventing VTEs with no adverse effect on major bleeding, chemo efficacy
People who live in regions with low sunlight may have a higher risk of pancreatic cancer

Lack of Adequate Sunlight May Up Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

Shortage of vitamin D may be to blame
Despite evidence that has suggested metformin might have potential in cancer

AACR: Metformin Benefit Lacking in Pancreatic Ductal CA

Survival not significantly different for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma patients
Statin use is inversely associated with pancreatic cancer risk

Statin Use Inversely Linked to Pancreatic Cancer Risk

Risk reduction appears sex specific, with significant reduction seen for men, but not women
Using magnetic resonance imaging to screen people at high genetic risk for pancreatic cancer might help spot tumors early

MRI Could Be Useful Pancreatic Cancer Screen for High-Risk

Small trial suggests the scans might help
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Less Aggressive Guidelines Issued for Pancreatic Cysts

Guidelines recommend surveillance for low-risk cysts, discontinuation after no change for five years

Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium, Jan. 15-17

The 12th Annual Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium The American Society of Clinical Oncology's 12th annual Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium was held from Jan. 15 to...