News Careers Investors USA PROFESSIONALS PATIENTS PRODUCTS ABOUT Need Help? Contact Us PATIENTS Pancreatic Cancer Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms & Diagnosis Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Options Close the Gap Our Partners Patients Pancreatic Cancer SUPPORTING PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH New England Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk    Pancreatic Cancer What is Pancreatic Cancer? Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the pancreas2. Learn more about pancreatic cancer, its prevalence and the importance of fundraising for research, by watching this video featuring Dr. Berzin of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Julie Weiss the "Marathon Goddess," and Cheryl Yacovone, a Boston Scientific employee. Learn More about Pancreatic Cancer View Video Prevalence REFERENCES National Pancreas Foundation. www.pancreasfoundation.org Web MD. http://www.webmd.com/cancer/pancreatic-cancer/digestive-diseases-pancreatic-cancer The Lustgarten Foundation. www.lustgarten.org MD Andersen Cancer Center. http://www.mdanderson.org/patient-and-cancer-information/cancer-information/cancer-types/pancreatic-cancer/diagnosis/index.html. American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/pancreaticcancer/detailedguide/pancreatic-cancer-treating-surgery ; http://www.cancer.org/cancer/pancreaticcancer/detailedguide/pancreatic-cancer-treating-chemotherapy A A Resize Print Share Functions of the Pancreas The pancreas: Makes enzymes to help digest proteins, fats, and carbohydrates before they can be absorbed in the intestine1. Makes hormones, the most important of which is insulin, which control how the body uses and stores sugar (glucose), its main source of energy1. DISCLAIMERS All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Indications, contraindications, warnings and instructions for use can be found in the product labeling supplied with each device. CAUTION: Federal (USA) Law restricts these devices to sale by or on the order of a physician. Refer to package insert provided with the product for complete Indications for Use, Contraindications, Warnings, Precautions, and Adverse Events prior to using this product. Boston Scientific is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world. PROFESSIONALS Medical Specialties Reimbursement Education PATIENTS Health Conditions Patient and Caregiver Support PRODUCTS Products Customer Support ABOUT Who We Are Corporate Citizenship Careers ENDO-349101-AA October 2015 ©2016 Boston Scientific Corporation or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Terms of Use Copyright Notice Site Map