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Lung Cancer Screening

  • November 7, 2024

Lung cancer is the leading cause of all cancer deaths in the United States. Research has found that high risk people who get low-dose CT scans of the chest had a 20% lower chance of dying from lung…

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An artificial intelligence tool to improve pancreatic cancer outcomes

  • November 6, 2024

In collaboration with computer scientists from the University of Central Florida, Mayo Clinic radiology and gastroenterology experts have developed an algorithm that can identify pancreatic cysts that…

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Understanding Palliative Care: Helping People with Serious Illnesses

  • November 5, 2024

Palliative care is a special kind of medical care for people who have serious illnesses, like cancer. The main goal is to make them feel better by easing symptoms like pain, stress, and other problems…

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What to Expect from Your Breast Biopsy

  • October 30, 2024

A breast biopsy is a procedure that removes a piece of tissue from a suspicious area identified on imaging. The sample will then be examined in a lab.

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How Do I Know if I Have Dense Breasts?

  • October 24, 2024

Breast density isn’t related to breast size or firmness and cannot be determined by external look or feel. When you are screened with a mammogram, your radiologist will look at your breast density.

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Detecting pancreatic cancer through changes in body composition and metabolism

  • August 7, 2024

Pancreatic cancer is a formidable disease, often diagnosed too late for effective treatment. However, new research from Mayo Clinic represents a promising step toward identifying biological signals or…