Pancreatic Tumor
Learn about symptoms, modern diagnostic methods, and advanced treatment protocols available in China's top medical centers.
Understanding Pancreatic Tumor
Pancreatic tumors can be benign or malignant, with pancreatic cancer being one of the most aggressive forms of cancer. These tumors can affect the exocrine or endocrine cells of the pancreas. Early detection is challenging as symptoms often don’t appear until the disease has advanced. In our partner clinics in Beijing and Shanghai, we use a multidisciplinary approach involving oncologists, gastroenterologists, and surgeons to provide comprehensive cancer care.
Advanced Diagnostics in China
Accurate diagnosis is the first step toward effective treatment. Our hospitals offer:
- Imaging Studies: CT, MRI, or endoscopic ultrasound.
- Blood Tests: Tumor markers like CA 19-9.
- Biopsy: Tissue sampling for definitive diagnosis.
- ERCP: For bile duct obstruction assessment.
Treatment Options
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or an integrative approach combining Western medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support the immune system and manage side effects.
- Surgical Resection: Whipple procedure or distal pancreatectomy.
- Chemotherapy: Gemcitabine-based regimens.
- Radiation Therapy: Targeted treatment.
- Integrative TCM: Herbs to support immunity.
