Abstract
Only 8–9% of patients with ductal adenocarcinoma of the pancreas (PDAC) still live 5 years after diagnosis. In 2030, PDAC is projected to be the second leading cause of cancer-related death. Key reasons are diagnosis in metastatic state, complex tumor biology, and exceptional therapy resistance. Computed tomography scan and confirmation by biopsy or surgery are essential for diagnosis. Combined chemotherapy first-line protocols like FOLFIRINOX (5-fluorouracil [5-FU], folinic acid, irinotecan, oxaliplatin) and gemcitabine/nanoparticle albumin-bound (nab)-paclitaxel and second-line protocols like nanoliposomal (nal)-irinotecan/5-FU have led to longer survival. An improved molecular understanding may enable precision medicine strategies in selected patients. This article gives a review on development, diagnosis and therapy of PDAC.
| Translated title of the contribution | Pancreatic cancer—emergence, diagnosis, therapy |
|---|---|
| Original language | German |
| Pages (from-to) | 977-985 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Onkologe |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue number | 10 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1 Oct 2020 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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