The impact of preoperative EUS-FNA for distal resectable pancreatic cancer: Is it really effective enough to take risks?

Volume: 36, Issue: 5, Pages: 3192 - 3199
Published: Jul 12, 2021
Abstract
Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) is frequently used for the preoperative histologic diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. However, debate continues regarding the clinical merits of preoperative EUS-FNA for the management of resectable pancreatic cancer. We aimed to evaluate the benefits and safety of preoperative EUS-FNA for resectable distal pancreatic cancer.The medical records of 304 consecutive patients with suspected...
Paper Details
Title
The impact of preoperative EUS-FNA for distal resectable pancreatic cancer: Is it really effective enough to take risks?
Published Date
Jul 12, 2021
Volume
36
Issue
5
Pages
3192 - 3199
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