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Postgrad Med J 1999;75:521-526 doi:10.1136/pgmj.75.887.521
  • Review
  • Classic diseases revisited

Pancreatic cancer: any prospects for prevention?

  1. Andrew R Hart
  1. University of Cambridge, Institute of Public Health, University Forvie Site, Robinson Way, Cambridge CB2 2SR, UK
    • Accepted 22 March 1999

    Abstract

    Primary prevention of pancreatic cancer and public health measures to reduce its incidence are dependent on data from epidemiological studies. Currently, the only definite risk factor is smoking, although a diet rich in fruit and vegetables may be protective. The K-ras mutation may have a role in diagnosis and screening.

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