Metastatic Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma During Pregnancy.

ACG Case Rep J

Department of Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, George Washington University, Washington, DC.

Published: August 2016

We present a rare case of metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma diagnosed antepartum. A high index of suspicion must be maintained to diagnose pancreatic cancer during pregnancy. We recommend a thorough history and physical and aggressive pursuit of sensitive imaging in patients with persistent symptoms. If pancreatic adenocarcinoma is diagnosed, a multidisciplinary approach that focuses on patient goals should be undertaken. The effect of pregnancy on tumor growth rates is unknown.

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