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    • Pancreatic cancer is frequently diagnosed at advanced stages, with metastasis to organs like the liver.
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    • Five-year survival rates range widely (3-40%) based on tumor stage and resectability.

    Conclusions:

    • Delayed diagnosis significantly impacts treatment options and patient prognosis.
    • Imaging plays a role in detecting smaller, potentially curable pancreatic lesions.
    • Targeted screening in high-risk groups is recommended despite infrequent current practice.