Sources of Support Taking Part in Cancer Research About This
Booklet In 2013, more than 45,000 Americans will be diagnosed
with cancer of the pancreas. Most will be over 65 years old.
There are two main types of pancreatic cancer. Most often,
pancreatic cancer starts in the ducts that carry pancreatic
juices. This type is called exocrine pancreatic cancer. This
booklet is about this type. Much less often, pancreatic cancer
begins in the cells that make hormones. This type may be called
endocrine pancreatic cancer or islet cell cancer. This booklet
is not about endocrine pancreatic cancer. NCI’s Cancer
Information Service at 1–800–4–CANCER (1–800–422–6237) can
provide information about this disease. Learning about medical
care for cancer of the pancreas can help you take an active part
in making choices about your care. This booklet tells about: -
Diagnosis and staging - Treatment and supportive care - Taking
part in research studies This booklet has lists of questions
that you may want to ask your doctor. Man