Journal of Cancer Science and Research
Open Access
ISSN: 2576-1447
+44 1478 350008
ISSN: 2576-1447
+44 1478 350008
Department of Cancer Therapy and Research at University of Delhi, India
Editorial
Accuracy of Diagnostic Ultrasound in Detection of Pancreatic Head Carcinoma
Author(s): Deshmukh Dhanashri*
The diagnosis of carcinoma of head of pancreas can be established by many modalities including Computed Tomography (CT) and Ultrasonography (USG). USG is considered a least invasive, readily available and inexpensive investigation as compared to CT scan. Aim of this study was to determine the diagnostic accuracy of USG for detection of pancreatic head tumors taking Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) as gold standard. This cross-sectional study of six months duration was conducted in New Radiology Department of Services Hospital, Lahore. Patients of both genders, 125 in number, having suspicion of pancreatic tumor based on clinical and laboratory findings were enrolled for the study. Ultrasound abdomen was done by consultant radiologist and findings were noted regarding presence or absence of pancreatic carcinoma. Patients then underwent ERCP and ultrasonography find.. View More»