Pancreatic cancer: any prospects for prevention?
Primary prevention of pancreatic cancer and public health measures to reduce its incidence are dependent on data from epidemiological studies. Currently, the only definite risk factor is smoking, although a diet rich in fruit and vegetables may be protective. The K-ras mutation may have a role in diagnosis and screening.
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University of Cambridge, Institute of Public Health, UK.
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