Role of Endoscopic Ultrasound in Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis and Management

Abstract

The emergence of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) has significantly impacted the diagnosis and management of pancreatic cancer and its associated sequelae. While the definitive role of EUS for pancreatic cancer remains incompletely characterized by currently available guidelines, EUS undoubtedly offers high diagnostic accuracy, the precise staging of pancreatic neoplasms, and the ability to perform therapeutic and palliative interventions. However, current challenges to EUS include limited specialized expertise and variability in operator proficiency. As the technology and techniques continue to evolve and become more refined, EUS is poised to play an increasingly integral role in shaping pancreatic cancer care.

Keywords

• endoscopic ultrasound
• pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
• endoscopic ultrasound-guided interventions
• celiac plexus neurolysis