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What Does My Biopsy Test Result Indicate?
My mom is 86, has a pacemaker, mild dementia, and gets around her home without a walker. My dad makes certain she takes all meds daily. She had a biopsy and a 4.3 cm X 3.9 cm adenocarcinoma was found on her pancreas with no other abnormalities. We are considering a regimen of Gemzar. Thoughts?
Wed, 15 May 2019
Hello,
The biopsy indicating adenocarcinoma of the pancreas implies pancreatic cancer. Gemzar is a chemotherapeutic agent belonging to the class of anti-metabolites. It is commonly used in the case of pancreatic cancer. I do suggest you follow up with your oncologist as he will be best suited to give you guidance on the various modes of treatment possible.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pranav Balakrishnan, General & Family Physician
The biopsy indicating adenocarcinoma of the pancreas implies pancreatic cancer. Gemzar is a chemotherapeutic agent belonging to the class of anti-metabolites. It is commonly used in the case of pancreatic cancer. I do suggest you follow up with your oncologist as he will be best suited to give you guidance on the various modes of treatment possible.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pranav Balakrishnan, General & Family Physician
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