EUS-Guided Biopsy: Why It's the Gold Standard for Diagnosing Pancreatic Cancer

Discover why EUS-guided biopsy is the preferred method for diagnosing pancreatic cancer, offering over 90% accuracy, reduced risks, and access to hard-to-reach areas. This video explains the procedure, its advantages over alternatives like percutaneous biopsy, and when it's essential for patients. Learn about molecular testing benefits and key questions to ask your doctor for better outcomes in pancreatic cancer diagnosis and treatment.

This content is entirely based on medical research and evidence, carefully curated by Mr Saboor Khan PhD FRCS FACS (Consultant Surgeon).

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to EUS-Guided Biopsy
0:30 - What is EUS-Guided Biopsy?
1:35 - Exceptional Accuracy Over 90%
2;25 - Reduced Risk of Tumor Seeding
3:25 - Access to Challenging Pancreatic Locations
3:50- Additional Benefits for Molecular Testing
4:20 - When Biopsy is Needed
5:00 - Action Steps for Patients
5:45- Conclusion and Resources

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