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This book has been created for patients who have decided to make education and research an integral part of the treatment process. Although it also gives information useful to doctors, caregivers and other health professionals, it tells patients where and how to look for information covering virtually all topics related to pancreatic cancer (also Cancer pancreas; Pancreatic cancer), from the essentials to the most advanced areas of research. The title of this book includes the word official. This reflects the fact that the sourcebook draws from public, academic, government, and peer-reviewed research. Selected readings from various agencies are reproduced to give you some of the latest official information available to date on pancreatic cancer. Given patients' increasing sophistication in using the Internet, abundant references to reliable Internet-based resources are provided throughout this sourcebook. Where possible, guidance is provided on how to obtain free-of-charge, primary research results as well as more detailed information via the Internet. E-book and electronic versions of this sourcebook are fully interactive with each of the Internet sites mentioned (clicking on a hyperlink automatically opens your browser to the site indicated). Hard-copy users of this sourcebook can type cited Web addresses directly into their browsers to obtain access to the corresponding sites. In addition to extensive references accessible via the Internet, chapters include glossaries of technical or uncommon terms. ... Read more

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Carcinoma of the pancreas has markedly increased in incidence over the past several decades, and now ranks as the fourth leading cause of cancer death. Cancer of the pancreas is abnormal cell growth in the tissue of the pancreas which is a small organ (about six inches long) located next to the small intestine, behind the stomach. The pancreas has two main jobs in the body: to produce juices that help digest (break down) food and to produce hormones, such as insulin and glucagon, that help control blood sugar levels. Both of these hormones help the body use and store the energy it gets from food. The majority of pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas. Adenocarcinomas are tumours that arise from the exocrine portion of the pancreas. The exocrine portion of the pancrease produces digestive fluids. A small number of pancreatic cancers begin in the endocrine pancreas. The endocrine portion produces hormones (such as insulin). Despite the high mortality rate associated with pancreatic cancer, its aetiology is poorly understood, it is rarely curable and has an overall survival rate of less than 4 per cent.Research on changing the survival rates of this stubborn disease is highlighted in this new book. ... Read more

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Carcinoma of the pancreas has markedly increased in incidence over the past several decades, and now ranks as the fourth leading cause of cancer death. Cancer of the pancreas is abnormal cell growth in the tissue of the pancreas which is a small organ (about six inches long) located next to the small intestine, behind the stomach. The pancreas has two main jobs in the body: to produce juices that help digest (break down) food and to produce hormones, such as insulin and glucagon, that help control blood sugar levels. Both of these hormones help the body use and store the energy it gets from food. The majority of pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas. Adenocarcinomas are tumours that arise from the exocrine portion of the pancreas. The exocrine portion of the pancrease produces digestive fluids. A small number of pancreatic cancers begin in the endocrine pancreas. The endocrine portion produces hormones (such as insulin). Despite the high mortality rate associated with pancreatic cancer, its etiology is poorly understood, it is rarely curable and has an overall survival rate of less than 4 per cent.Research on changing the survival rates of this stubborn disease is highlighted in this new book. ... Read more

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This book was written to summarize the midterm meeting of the concerted action BMH4-CT98-3085 funded by the European Union in the context of the BIOMEDII programme. The objective of this concerted action (CA) is to generate a European network allowing to share expertise, technologies and resources to speed up the process of characterisation of potential new disease genes in pancreatic cancer. The meeting in Barcelona in November 19990101 was hosted by the group at the IMIM led by FX. Real, and was scheduled to allow a midterm evaluation of the indivdual projects. Around 30 scientists participated in this meeting, which took place in a relaxed atmosphere allowing a mutual exchange of data and experiences. This book includes a description of the concerted action, a state of the art article on the molecular biology of pancreatic cancer and brief articles summarizing the scientific presentations given by members of the individual groups. As the meeting provided a forum to present newest data and technologies, this book gives an excellent overview on some of the most actual developments in Europe concerning genetic alterations in pancreatic cancer. ... Read more

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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading."Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing.This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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Despite recent advances in surgery, chemo and radiation therapy, the incidence and death rate for pancreatic cancer continues to rise.Now estimated to be the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the US, less than 2% of patients survive 5 years- the lowest of any tumor type.Despite the recent elucidation of several important oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, and cell cycle regulators in other malignancies, such studies in pancreatic cancer have been limited, with few details provided on their clinical significance.The Editors of this book, con-cerned with this paucity of information and the difficulties facing pancreas cancer researchers brought together a select group of experts from each major clinical and science field related to pancreatic cancer to review their research and clinical work, and prepare chapters for this book based on their collective discussions and experience.They present the most important findings and issues in pancreatic cancer research and management today, covering major areas of concern to pathologists, surgeons, oncologists and molecular biologists. ... Read more

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Pancreatic Cancer: This book is for people who have pancreatic cancer (cancer of the pancreas), as well as for their family members, friends, students, and others who want to find out more about this disease. It will also give you pancreatic cancer signs and what to look for.

This National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet has important information about cancer of the pancreas. In the United States, cancer of the pancreas is diagnosed in more than 29,000 people every year. It is the fifth leading cause of cancer death.
This booklet discusses possible causes of cancer of the pancreas. It also describes symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and followup care. This information can help patients and their families better understand and cope with this disease.
Scientists are studying cancer of the pancreas to learn more about this disease. They are finding out more about its causes. Doctors are exploring new ways to treat it. Research already has led to better quality of life for people with cancer of the pancreas.
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This book will definitely give you all you need to know about pancreatic cancer.It will also give you some questions you should ask your doctor. ... Read more

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Pancreatic Disease in the 21st Century summarises the state of the art in basic research and clinical management of pancreatic disease. This book provides a clear and up-to-date review of the advancing areas in clinical pancreatology and clinical research related to the pancreas. Written by leading experts in the field who are actively involved in research, this comprehensive review of current progress directs the interested reader towards important up-to-date published source material. Covering all aspects of pancreatic disease, contributions are included from pancreatic surgeons and medical pancreatologists on pancreatic cancer, acute pancreatitis and chronic pancreatitis. Special features include a systematic review of the evidence for the use of gemcitabine in pancreatic cancer prepared for the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE), the UK body charged with evaluating new drug treatment. Gemcitabine has FDA approval. There are several contributions dealing with the management of pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours. This book will be useful to gastroenterologists, internists and surgeons, and specialist clinicians with an interest in pancreatic disease. Trainees in medical and surgical pancreatology will find it a useful supplement to standard textbooks, providing up-to-the-minute information. ... Read more

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The last decade has seen a renaissance of the concept of individualized chemotherapy in oncology, markedly stimulated by the development of new in vitro chemosensitivity assays. The clinical utility of drug response assays has been evaluated in clinical trials and the results suggest that assay-assisted therapy selection may improve survival as well as economic outcomes. This volume comprises the proceedings of the first Symposium of the International Society for Chemosensitivity Testing in Oncology, ISCO-1, held in Homburg/Saar, Germany, in September 2001. The topics include: new in vitro drug-testing methods, tumor chemosensitivity assays, and the clinical relevance of assay-directed therapy. ... Read more

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Pancreatic Disease: Towards the Year 2000 provides aclear picture of the current research activity in pancreatic diseaseand its related basic science. Experts currently contributing toadvances in understanding and treatment have provided concise andclear reviews of their subject. Each contribution summarises therelevant literature and describes recent advances whilst highlightingthose areas where current research will impinge on clinical practicein the next few years. The reader will find in this book all thelatest material related to pancreatic disease, cancer, acute andchronic pancreatitis and a number of other topics includingtransplantation and the relationship between endocrine and exocrinedisease and cystic fibrosis. The book will supplement existing textsand will be of value to practising specialists who deal withpancreatic disease as well as specialist trainees in surgery andmedical gastroenterology. ... Read more

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Pancreatic diseases are a crucial issue not only because of their epidemiological significance, and their anatomical and metabolic complexity, but also because of the different treatment options available and their implications for surgery.

Due to the slow but steady increase in the incidence of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, these diseases are today a real challenge for the surgeon. This volume presents the state of the art of surgery in the treatment of inflammatory and neoplastic pancreatic diseases, describing in detail the different approaches and their most relevant technical aspects. Also described are conventional and interventional radiology, operative endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasonography (which has recently acquired a diagnostic role), and adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapy for treatment or palliation: for only a multidisciplinary approach can produce a global vision, a winning strategy for the optimization of results.

Along with the texts, all written by experts, the volume includes color images and drawings. It will prove itself a very useful tool in clinical practice.

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This atlas consists of an interdisciplinary survey of all aspects of exocrine pancreatic cancer, including gross and microscopic appearance, differential diagnosis, and the immunological and molecular biological characteristics of pancreatic tumors. In addition to investigating the relationship between tumor morphology and molecular biology, clinical observations, and prognosis, this book offers pointers on the use of modern biotechnology in histopathological research. Since major sections of the studies compiled in this volume cover new ground, it will serve as an invaluable reference work for researchers, clinical practitioners, and students in the fields of gastroenterology, oncology, and histopathology. ... Read more

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Through the revolutionary concept of cancer stem cells, cancer research has been reinvigorated to study the role of these unique cells in cancer propagation and as targets of innovative therapies. In Cancer Stem Cells: Methods and Protocols, preeminent researchers have compiled cancer stem cell research techniques and protocols to promote healthy competition, discourse, and collaboration in this vital field. The volume covers extensive topics such as identification and isolation of cancer stem cells, animal models of cancer stem cells, methylation profiling, the contribution of the niche in the regulation of cancer stem cells, immunologic targeting, and the use of normal stem cells as a treatment, among other subjects. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology™ series format, chapters include brief introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and expert notes on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.

Comprehensive and cutting-edge, Cancer Stem Cells: Methods and Protocols will aid scientists around the world in the furthering of our understanding of cancer initiation and propagation and, most importantly, in the development of novel targets for cancer therapy.

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This book is intended to motivate and inspire the individual, family, and friends of a pancreatic cancer patient. The words on the following pages are used to trigger the senses and memories of how important this life is and the need to fight through the trials and hardships of a cancer diagnosis. There are 5,001 reasons to survive pancreatic cancer in this book and as you know, this only scratches the surface of reasons to beat the cancer. It is our hope that the following words will conjure up memories of a life filled with meaningful events, trips to wonderful places, and daily routines that bring a smile to your face. As you read these pages, take a moment to think of all the magnificent things you'll do when you beat this cancer. Enjoy life! Enjoy all the things that make up our world! People are counting on you to beat this cancer! ... Read more

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This is a summary of the pertinent history, symptoms,and physical exam findings in pancreatic cancer.It also includes imaging evaluations, staging, and treatment options. It is targeted to medical students who need a quick guide to evaluating patients with pancreatic cancer, and also to patients who want a better understanding of their disease. A list of helpful resources and links are added at the end for further reading. ... Read more