Who needs Screening for Pancreatic Cancer?

Discover who qualifies for high-risk pancreatic cancer screening, including those with genetic mutations like BRCA2, PALB2, or strong family histories, and learn about the screening process involving endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and MRI/MRCP. This video explains eligibility criteria, when to start screening, the alternating protocols for early detection, and evidence showing improved outcomes through surveillance. Ideal for patients, families, and clinicians seeking evidence-based insights into preventing advanced pancreatic cancer.

00:00 Introduction
00:30 What is High-Risk Pancreatic Cancer Screening?
02:35 Who Qualifies: Genetic Syndromes
03:05 Strong Family History Without Known Genes
03:55 When Does Screening Start?
04:35 Screening Methods: EUS and MRI/MRCP
04:55Alternating Protocol and Frequency
05:35 Does Screening Help? Evidence and Outcomes
07:30 What Can You Do? Action Steps
Conclusion and Resources

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

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Educational Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Personal medical decisions must be made in consultation with your treating healthcare team. Patients should not draw inferences about their own condition from this material. Every effort has been made to ensure the content is current at the time of production; however, this cannot be guaranteed.