Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer: American Society of Clinical Oncology Clinical Practice Guideline.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To provide evidence-based recommendations to oncologists and others for the treatment of patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer.

Methods

American Society of Clinical Oncology convened an Expert Panel of medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, gastroenterology, palliative care, and advocacy experts to conduct a systematic review of the literature from April 2004 to June 2015. Outcomes were overall survival, disease-free survival, progression-free survival, and adverse events.

Results

Twenty-four randomized controlled trials met the systematic review criteria.

Recommendations

A multiphase computed tomography scan of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis should be performed. Baseline performance status and comorbidity profile should be evalua

SUBMITTER: Sohal DP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5019760 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature