A team of investigators examined the potential of fecal and salivary microbiota to serve as diagnostic biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.
For patients with necrotizing pancreatitis, the rate of fistula formation and mortality is lower with endoscopic drainage (ED) than with other surgical drainage methods.
In this meta-analysis, researchers assessed whether an increase in pancreatic enzymes is associated with an increased risk for severe disease and poor outcomes in patients with COVID-19 infection.
Researchers sought to confirm the good safety and efficacy profile of using LAMS in EUS-guided drainage for pancreatic fluid collection in a real-world setting.
Use of angiotensin II receptor blockers and angiotensin I converting enzyme inhibitors after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis is associated with a reduced mortality risk.
Investigators assessed rates of hospitalization for acute pancreatitis among patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) receiving CF transmembrane conductance regulator therapy.
Investigators assessed the efficacy of rectal indomethacin at reducing systemic inflammatory response syndrome score and clinical progression in patients with acute pancreatitis.
Investigators assessed changes in survival associated with drug funding approvals and treatment with GEMNAB or FOLFIRINOX in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer.
Researchers conducted a study to compare the effects of intravenous vs oral antibiotics therapy in patients with a pulmonary infection caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa secondary to cystic fibrosis.
Investigators compared immediate vs postponed catheter drainage as part of treatment approach for infected necrotizing pancreatitis and their effects on clinical outcomes.
Investigators reviewed current pancreatic cancer screening practices and offered recommendations to overcome challenges associated with improving screening efficacy.
Significant improvements in psychological burden scores were noted among patients with pancreatobiliary cancers and their caregivers after participating in a support group.