During a visit to the Perelman Center at the University of Pennsylvania with a Pancreatic Cancer survivor, Dr. Weijing Sun reviewed bloodwork and shared some of his thoughts on the disease. He has a shy, sweet sense of humor which exudes modesty from such an accomplished doctor. Sun is the Director of G.I. oncology at Penn.Dr. Sun regretfully admitted that there is no good screening for Pancreatic Cancer. He felt that at this point, we are unable to set definite parameters or guidelines regarding when, why and who should be screened, and furthermore, how.
A regular ultrasound has no clear ruling for pancreatic cancer, and thus, an Endoscopic Ultrasound may be the most accurate test according to Sun.
His perfect blend of a simple sense of humor, and straightforward medical fact make any news have a glimmer of hope.
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