Treatment for pancreatic cancer remains a complex problem in modern oncology. One of the reasons for this is a significant proportion of tumours diagnosed in the later stages when it is necessary to fight not only with the primary neoplasm but also with its metastases, as well as with the consequences of compression of the surrounding structures caused by a significant tumour volume. The pancreas is inherently a unique multifunctional organ. It simultaneously acts as the only gland of the human body in which exocrine and endocrine functions are performed.
Symptoms of pancreatic cancer in the early stages are rare. Severe pain in the upper abdomen and back, disruption of the digestive system, sudden weight loss – these symptoms already indicate damage to neighbouring structures and the presence of metastases. Therefore, an important stage of diagnosis is a regular preventive examination of the body, which includes an ultrasound of the digestive tract and a biochemical blood test. These procedures are not a specific screening study for the detection of pancreatic cancer but are designed to identify a wide range of different pathologies of the digestive system.
Symptoms
Patients who have been diagnosed with this. The following symptoms were noted:
- Increased appetite and weight gain;
- Weakness;
- Feeling of fear;
- Cardiopalmus;
- Heartburn;
- Feeling of heaviness;
- Dizziness;
- Pain in the side;
- The yellowness of the skin;
- Intestinal obstruction.
If you notice a manifestation of the above symptoms, you should immediately consult a doctor. He will make an individual therapy based on the study.
Diagnosis
To correctly diagnose, the doctor uses the following diagnostic methods:
- Examination;
- Blood test;
- Biopsy;
- Ultrasound;
- ERCP;
- PET-CT.
Based on the results, this specialist will select an individual therapy regimen taking into account the type and nature of the pathology, as well as the general health of the patient.
Treating a disease at Tel Aviv Medical Clinic
The most effective way to get rid of a disease is to remove the tumour. Department surgeons use less traumatic methods of surgery. After that, the doctor will offer the patient to undergo chemotherapy to destroy the remaining cells. We use unique methods of therapy and the latest equipment. Our employees annually improve their skills in leading medical institutions.
Besides we set tariffs at the state level. Thus, you get high-quality services at a reduced price. If necessary, our staff will help to contact charitable foundations to raise funds for treatment. Doctors manage to help even in the most difficult situations.
