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Is ct without contrast effective in screening for pancreatic cancer?

Q: is ct without contrast effective in screening for pancreatic cancer?

: If there is a tumor large enough to be seen, it would be seen on that study. Contrast would not be needed to see a pancreatic mass. Good luck to you!

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If there is a tumor large enough to be seen, it would be seen on that study. Contrast would not be needed to see a pancreatic mass. Good luck to you!

Answered 7/11/2023

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Is ct without contrast effective in screening for pancreatic cancer?

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