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How likely is it that a ct scan would show pancreatic cancer?

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CT scan is a good te: CT scan can pick up any lump or tumor of more than 2 cm when located in the abdomen.. In that regard it will pick up pancreatic Cancer if it is there. Accuracy is 80% or better

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 7/20/2018

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