pancreatic cancer

US /ˌpæŋ.kriˈæt.ɪk ˈkæn.sər/
UK /ˌpæŋ.kriˈæt.ɪk ˈkæn.sər/
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a malignant tumor arising from the cells of the pancreas, a gland located behind the stomach that produces enzymes for digestion and hormones like insulin

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Early detection of pancreatic cancer is crucial for effective treatment.
Symptoms of pancreatic cancer often appear in advanced stages.