Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

At Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute, we understand that pancreatic cancer moves rapidly. It’s important to diagnose it quickly and to stage it accurately to provide the most effective treatment and maximize your health.

Expert pancreatic cancer diagnosis at AHN

At the Cancer Institute, our collaborative team provides a fast and accurate diagnosis. You can expect the diagnostic process to be:

• Minimally invasive: Our diagnostic tests use new technology that will keep you as comfortable as possible.
• Sophisticated: We use tools to quickly and precisely diagnose and stage pancreatic cancer. Staging is when we determine how advanced the cancer is and if it has spread. This information is crucial for planning your treatment.
• Compassionate: We understand that pancreatic cancer symptoms, like weight loss and jaundice, can be scary and that tests can be overwhelming. We explain each diagnostic test in detail and review it as a team. You can be assured that we’ll arrive at the right diagnosis and develop the best treatment plan for you. Throughout your care, our robust support services help you manage all aspects of the disease.

Diagnostic procedures for pancreatic cancer

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