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World J Clin Cases. May 16, 2024; 12(14): 2463-2465
Published online May 16, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i14.2463
Early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer: Shedding light on an unresolved challenge
Cristian Lindner
Cristian Lindner, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Concepción, Concepción 4030000, Chile
Author contributions: Lindner C wrote this article.
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Corresponding author: Cristian Lindner, Doctor, MD, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Concepción, No. 1290 Victor Lamas, Concepción 4030000, Chile. Clindner@udec.cl
Received: February 21, 2024
Revised: April 6, 2024
Accepted: April 10, 2024
Published online: May 16, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: The description and validation of novel imaging findings that could enhance the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer (PC) at early stages remain a challenge for radiologists. However, recent studies have suggested emerging radiological signs that may facilitate the early diagnosis of PC and its malignant precursor lesions.