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Does a normal ct scan exclude pancreatic cancer?

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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Endoscopic US: Has the highest sensitivity for detecting pancreatic masses. However, it's invasive and not readily available in some areas. There are specific ways to image the pancreas with ct that improve the test.

Dr Lydon agreed

Answered 11/2/2019

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