Monoclonal antibodies are products of new scientific techniques and may prove useful in both cancer diagnosis and treatment. A procedure that uses a magnet linked to a computer to create pictures of areas inside the body. Also called magnetic resonance imaging. Also called leukopenia. A doctor who specializes in treating cancer.
Some oncologists specialize in a particular type of cancer treatment.
For example, a radiation oncologist specializes in treating cancer with radiation. A gland located in the abdomen. It makes pancreatic juices, and it produces several hormones, including insulin. The pancreas is surrounded by the stomach, intestines, and other organs. In a total pancreatectomy, the duodenum, common bile duct, gallbladder, spleen, and nearby lymph nodes are also removed.