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The pancreas is an organ in the digestive system that serves two major functions:
- exocrine - it produces pancreatic juice containing digestive enzymes.
- endocrine - it produces several important hormones, including insulin.
Anatomy
The pancreas is located posterior to the stomach and in close association with the duodenum.
The holiday gift that keeps on giving! @bobbibillard 's mission.The goal is 2 raise $1M 2 find a cure 4 pancreatic cancer! http://tr.im/ohX7
veeball (veeball) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:35:35 -0000
The holiday gift that keeps on giving! @bobbibillard 's mission.The goal is 2 raise $1M 2 find a cure 4 pancreatic cancer! http://tr.im/ohX7
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
ustrials (US Trials) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:18:47 -0000
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
goclinicaltrial (Clinical Trials) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:18:45 -0000
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
_clinical_trial (Clinical Trials) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:14:49 -0000
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
newtrials_ (New Clinical Trials) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:58:42 -0000
apricot-p: stdy 2 eval safety & efficacy of apricoxib w/ gemcitabine & erlotinib in trtmt of ppl w/ advanced pancreatic http://bit.ly/7z61Rk
MIT cancer biologists have identified a subpopulation of cells that can give rise to pancreatic cancer. http://u.nu/7c6a4
classactioncra (Canadian Taxpayers) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:48:31 -0000
MIT cancer biologists have identified a subpopulation of cells that can give rise to pancreatic cancer. http://u.nu/7c6a4
Pancreatica - Confronting Pancreatic Cancer - Aiding patients and physicians to create optimal treatment strategies. Offers a large listing of clinical trials, FAQs, and news and archives.
Meta Description: [ Offers a wealth of information about pancreatic cancer, as well as hosting the world's largest database of clinical trials against pancreatic cancer. ]
American Cancer Society: What is Pancreatic Cancer? - A brief fact-sheet overview of the topic.
Beth Israel Deaconess: Whipple Procedure - Offers in-depth explanation of this surgery as an illustrated FAQ.
CancerBACUP: Pancreatic Cancer Information Centre - Features information including symptoms, diagnosis, types and treatment.
Meta Description: [ Information about pancreatic cancer, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, side effects and further resources. ]
CancerHelp.org - UK charity provides information about the diagnosis and treatment of pancreas cancer. Also gives details on fundraising.
Meta Description: [ This section of CancerHelp UK tells you about pancreatic cancer. It includes symptoms and causes of pancreatic cancer, tests and treatment, living with pancreatic cancer and current research. ]
CancerLinks.com: Pancreas Cancer - Links to resources about this condition.
Meta Description: [ A New and Novel web site model organizing web pages using Library of Congress Classification. Each page is listed showing author, title, subject and when updated. Our information is credible and current. ]
Gonzalez Treatment - Questions and answers from the U.S. National Cancer Institute regarding a clinical trial for pancreatic cancer using an alternative nutritional oriented therapy.
HealthyFoundations: Cancer of the Pancreas - Explores treatment options, both traditional and alternative with links.
Meta Description: [ Pancreatic Cancer Online is your resource for treatment and self help options, both conventional and alternative, for Pancreatic Cancer. ]
Johns Hopkins University: Pancreas Cancer FAQ - Illustrated questions and answers with access to resource information including a discussion group, links and articles.
MD Anderson Cancer Center - Tumor Study Group regarding cancer of the pancreas. Provides access to an illustrated FAQ and general information.
Medical University of South Carolina: Whipple Procedure - A description of the primary surgery in use against cancer of the pancreas.
MEDLINEplus: Cancer of the Pancreas - U.S. National Library of Medicine source which includes links to general information.
Meta Description: [ Pancreatic Cancer ]
NCI Progress Review Groups: Pancreatic Cancer - Year 2001 report by U.S. National Cancer Institute panel gives a comprehensive review and direction for future research effort.
Oncolink: Pancreas Cancer - General introduction to the subject.
Meta Description: [ OncoLink, the Web's first cancer resource, provides comprehensive information on all cancer types, cancer treatments, cancer research advances, continuing medical education, and cancer prevention. ]
Pancreatic Cancer.org UK - Provides information and resource access aimed especially for British patients and caregivers. Goals include increased awareness, earlier diagnosis and improved treatment options.
Scott's Update - Follows Mr. Hedrington's course through treatment and other supportive measures for pancreatic cancer.
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The Pancreatic Duct - Offers the story of a survivor's battle against one of the more rare forms of pancreatic cancer. Also information, support, links and access to discussion forums.
Meta Description: [ Founded by a pancreatic cancer survivor and aimed at providing credible general information, a solid introduction to pancreatic cancer, links and enabling practical knowledge. ]
University of Chicago: Pancreatic Cancer Center - Features treatment discussions, local clinical trials and contact details.
Meta Description: [ At the University of Chicago Medical Center, our team of pancreatic cancer specialists works together to provide a thorough, multidisciplinary approach to pancreatic cancer treatment. ]
Virginia Mason Cancer Center: Pancreatic Cancer - Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options offered by this Seattle, Washington institution.
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What You Need to Know: Cancer of the Pancreas - Online brochure from the U.S. National Cancer Institute aimed at patients, families and caregivers.
Meta Description: [ Information about detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of pancreatic cancer. NIH Publication No. 01-1560 ]
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