New method of early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer

A group of scientists at the University of Gothenburg (Sweden) announced on March 18 that a method to diagnose pancreatic cancer at an earlier stage could be found, opening hope for saving many patients with the disease. this.

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With an accuracy of up to 97%, the steps of this method are similar to conventional endoscopic methods. Specifically, the team conducted a test, which placed a tube inside the patient's mouth and then slid down the stomach.

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The difference from endoscopy is that this tube will capture the ultrasound image of the parts of the patient's body to help the doctor look and identify the tumor better.

According to the study co-author Karolina Jabbar, this method is not only expected to detect cancer early, the time when cancer can be prevented or treated, but also reduce the risk of having surgery. necessary.

In addition to newly discovered tumors, pre-existing tumors can also be tested with this method, with an accurate rate of 90%, making it easier to identify if a patient needs surgery. right or not.

Only 5% of pancreatic cancer patients survive more than 5 years after diagnosis because tumors often quietly develop and metastasize other parts of the body before being detected.