Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Pancreatic Disorders

Pancreatic Cancer

Comprehensive Care for Pancreatic Disorders

The pancreas is an essential organ involved in both digestion and blood sugar regulation. It produces digestive enzymes that help break down food and hormones such as insulin that regulate glucose levels. Diseases of the pancreas can cause severe abdominal pain, digestive problems, weight loss, diabetes, or jaundice. Early diagnosis and specialist management are essential to prevent complications and preserve pancreatic function. Dr. Dipankar Das provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for a wide range of pancreatic disorders using advanced imaging, endoscopic procedures including ERCP and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), and evidence-based medical care.

What is Pancreatic Cancer?

Pancreatic cancer develops from the cells of the pancreas and often causes few symptoms in its early stages. Although it is an aggressive disease, early diagnosis allows more treatment options and improves outcomes.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Persistent upper abdominal pain
Pain radiating to the back
Jaundice
Unexplained weight loss
Loss of appetite
New-onset diabetes

Common Causes & Risk Factors

Smoking
Chronic pancreatitis
Family history
Diabetes
Increasing age
Obesity

How is it diagnosed?

1Contrast-enhanced CT Scan
2MRI
3Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) with Fine Needle Biopsy
4Blood Tests
5PET-CT (selected patients)

Treatment

Treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, endoscopic biliary drainage, or palliative care depending on the stage of the disease.

Why early diagnosis matters

Early detection provides the greatest opportunity for curative surgery and improved long-term survival.

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Consult Dr. Dipankar Das at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Guwahati or visiting consultation centres across Assam.

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