We report our single-centre experience with endoscopic ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) of solid pancreatic lesions with regard to clinical utility, diagnostic accuracy and safety.

Dr. Wallace says two screening tests are recommended for pancreatic cancer: MRI and endoscopic ultrasound. "Screening should be done in a center that can conduct a high-quality MRI and a procedure ...

Endoscopic ultrasound examination revealed an approximately 4-cm well-defined hypoechoic homogeneous mass in the head of the pancreas (Figures 4, 5); with adjacent 2-cm well-defined hypoechoic ...

and the relationship between the lesion and the pancreatic duct can help categorize these lesions. Although a thorough history and radiographic findings often suggest a particular diagnosis, ...

The pancreas produces endocrine hormones and pancreatic digestive ... Your doctor may order imaging tests (CT scan or endoscopic ultrasound) to locate the tumor. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome can be ...

Albay is home to the first Endoscopy Unit with Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) in Bicol Region, Southern Luzon and Visayas. EUS ...

pancreatic duct strictures and pancreatic duct stones; however, severe complications can occur. Endoscopic stent placement has been recommended as an alternative treatment for this condition.

Dr. Hernandez was named chief medical officer for GI management services group Gastro Health in January. Dr. Hernandez, a founding member of Gastro Health, will oversee clinical operations across all ...

BUT LATELY THOSE PATIENTS WHO ARE AT HIGH RISK FOR PANCREATIC CANCER, WE OFFER SCREENING AT OUR CENTER, WHICH MAY INCLUDE ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND, VERY SPECIALIZED TEST TO LOOK AT THE PANCREAS AND ...