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The role of neoadjuvant therapy in pancreatic cancer: a review.

Author: AmmoriJohn, DorthJennifer, EadsJennifer, RussoSuzanne

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
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ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.

Overview

There's ongoing debate on whether chemotherapy should be given before surgery (neoadjuvant) or after surgery (adjuvant) for pancreatic cancer. While neoadjuvant therapy has potential benefits, such as delivering treatment sooner, assessing the tumor's response, and increasing the chances of successful surgery, there is no clear evidence supporting it over adjuvant therapy. This review examines various approaches to neoadjuvant treatment, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Controversy remains regarding neoadjuvant approaches in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. Neoadjuvant therapy has several potential advantages over adjuvant therapy including earlier delivery of systemic treatment, in vivo assessment of response, increased resectability rate in borderline resectab...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5549642/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Exploring the Role of Neoadjuvant Therapy in the Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer

The battle against [pancreatic cancer] continues, with researchers exploring various therapeutic approaches to improve patient outcomes. This review delves into the evolving role of [neoadjuvant therapy], a strategy that involves delivering systemic treatment prior to surgery, in the management of [pancreatic cancer]. The review examines the potential benefits and challenges of [neoadjuvant therapy], analyzing the evidence for its effectiveness and exploring the different approaches under investigation.

Neoadjuvant Therapy Shows Potential in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

The review suggests that [neoadjuvant therapy] might offer advantages over [adjuvant therapy], which involves treatment after surgery. [Neoadjuvant therapy] could potentially increase the resectability rate in patients with [borderline resectable pancreatic cancer] and enhance the chances of a margin-negative resection. However, the review emphasizes the need for more robust clinical trials to definitively establish the benefits of [neoadjuvant therapy] compared to other treatment strategies.

Navigating the Complexities of Pancreatic Cancer: A Multifaceted Approach

The treatment of [pancreatic cancer] often involves a combination of approaches, including [surgery], [chemotherapy], and [radiation therapy]. Choosing the optimal treatment strategy requires careful consideration of the patient's individual characteristics, the stage of the disease, and the potential benefits and risks of each approach. Just as a camel navigates the desert with a combination of strength, endurance, and resourcefulness, we must approach the treatment of [pancreatic cancer] with a multi-faceted approach that considers all available options.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This review provides valuable insights into the potential role of [neoadjuvant therapy] in the treatment of [pancreatic cancer]. While [neoadjuvant therapy] shows promise, further research is essential to confirm its effectiveness and optimize its use in clinical practice. The study highlights the need for a multidisciplinary approach to treating [pancreatic cancer], integrating various therapeutic strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-12-13
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
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Pubmed ID

26880384

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5549642

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