pancreatic cancer

US /ˌpæŋ.kriˈæt.ɪk ˈkæn.sər/
UK /ˌpæŋ.kriˈæt.ɪk ˈkæn.sər/
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alvleesklierkanker

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.
Vroege opsporing van alvleesklierkanker is cruciaal voor een effectieve behandeling.
Symptoms of pancreatic cancer often appear in advanced stages.
Symptomen van alvleesklierkanker verschijnen vaak in gevorderde stadia.