Screening methods and early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer [Métodos de cribado y diagnóstico precoz del cáncer de páncreas]

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https://doi.org/10.62574/xjf96179

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pancreatic neoplasms, neoplasms, carcinoma islet cell

Abstract

Objective: to analyze the methods of screening and early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Method: systematic review of 15 scientific articles. Results and Conclusion: Early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer is crucial for improving patient prognosis and survival. Among the most promising methods are tumor biomarkers such as carbohydrate antigen 19-9 (CA19-9) which, although limited by its low specificity and sensitivity, may be more effective when combined with other inflammatory markers. Endoscopic ultrasound with fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) is an invasive technique used to obtain tissue samples, the optimization of which is essential to increase its diagnostic efficacy.

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Published

2024-12-04

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Pulecio-Domínguez GW, Catucuamba-Imbaquingo AN, Caicedo-Rodríguez JO. Screening methods and early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer [Métodos de cribado y diagnóstico precoz del cáncer de páncreas]. SRS [Internet]. 2024 Dec. 4 [cited 2026 Jul. 27];3(especial Santo Domingo):96-101. Available from: https://www.revistasinstitutoperspectivasglobales.rperspectivasinvestigativas.org/index.php/sanitas/article/view/413