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pancreatic

American  
[pan-kree-at-ik, pang-] / ˌpæn kriˈæt ɪk, ˌpæŋ- /

adjective

  1. of or relating to the pancreas.


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Pancreatic cancer is often spotted late and is notoriously difficult to treat.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Anna Jewell, director of services, research and innovation at Pancreatic Cancer UK, said the treatments were "some of the most exciting developments we have seen in pancreatic cancer for a very long time".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Pancreatic cancer alone should generate billions in annual sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

"Pancreatic cancer remains one of the toughest cancers to treat. These findings provide a mechanistic explanation for why tumors respond poorly to chemotherapy and offers a rational strategy for combining targeted therapies with existing drugs."

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

The Pancreatic Juice is a colorless and rather viscid liquid, having an alkaline reaction.

From Physiology and Hygiene for Secondary Schools by Walters, Francis M.

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