IPMN is a benign pancreatic cyst that can develop into cancer. About 8% of pancreatic cancer cases originate from IPMN cysts. IPMN is the most common pancreatic cystic lesion, affecting 10.9% of people over 50
Meta-analysis reviewed 18 studies on FOLFIRINOX in metastatic pancreatic cancer. Study included 7556 patients, 2435 receiving FOLFIRINOX. FOLFIRINOX showed significant overall survival benefit (HR 0.76)
Contains 1000mg ceftriaxone and 500mg sulbactam for injection. Available only for use by registered medical practitioners. Comes in dry powder form for reconstitution
IP injection delivers substances into the peritoneum, primarily used in non-human animals. Preferred when large blood replacement fluids or low blood pressure require IV. Widely used for chemotherapy in ovarian cancer treatment
Life-threatening condition obstructing small liver veins. Common after chemotherapy before bone marrow transplant. Can occur from pyrrolizidine alkaloids in herbal teas. May be hereditary from SP110 gene mutations
Thrombolysis dissolves blood clots using medication. Used in myocardial infarction, stroke, and severe venous thromboembolism. Main complication is bleeding, which can be dangerous