Web Directory

» American Cancer Society: What is Pancreatic Cancer?
   A brief fact-sheet overview of the topic.
   http://www.cancer.org/docroot/cri/content/cri_2_4_1x_what_is_pancreatic_cancer_34.asp

» Beth Israel Deaconess: Whipple Procedure
   Offers in-depth explanation of this surgery as an illustrated FAQ.
   http://bidmc.harvard.edu/display.asp?leaf_id=1982

» Cancer.net: Pancreatic Cancer
   Resources and information provided about pancreatic cancers by The American Society of Clinical Oncology. Includes medical illustrations, risks, treatments, current research, and links.
   http://www.cancer.net/patient/Cancer+Types/Pancreatic+Cancer

» CancerHelp.org
   UK charity provides information about the diagnosis and treatment of pancreas cancer. Also gives details on fundraising.
   http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/type/pancreatic-cancer/

» Gonzalez Treatment
   Questions and answers from the U.S. National Cancer Institute regarding a clinical trial for pancreatic cancer using an alternative nutritional oriented therapy.
   http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/cam/gonzalez

» Johns Hopkins University: Pancreas Cancer Research Presentations
   Illustrated questions and answers with access to resource information including a discussion group, links and articles.
   http://pathology2.jhu.edu/pancreas/index.htm

» Kosten Foundation
   Support group in Memphis, Tennessee providing a forum for communication amongst those afflicted with pancreatic cancer and funding for further research.
   http://www.kostenfoundation.com

» MD Anderson Cancer Center
   Pancreatic Cancer Study Group. Provides information on research, the faculty and staff and clinical trials.
   http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/departments-programs-and-labs/programs-centers-institutes/pancreatic-cancer-study-group/index.html

» Medical University of South Carolina: Whipple Procedure
   A description of the primary surgery in use against cancer of the pancreas.
   http://www.ddc.musc.edu/public/patientInfo/surgeries/pancreatic/whipple.cfm

» MedlinePlus: Pancreatic Cancer
   U.S. National Library of Medicine source which includes links to general information.
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/pancreaticcancer.html

» NCI Progress Review Groups: Pancreatic Cancer
   Year 2007 report by U.S. National Cancer Institute panel gives a review and direction for future research effort.
   http://planning.cancer.gov/disease/2007PancreaticProgRpt.pdf

» NHS Choices: Pancreatic Cancer
   Provides information on this condition. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
   http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Cancer-of-the-pancreas/

» Oncolink: Pancreas Cancer
   General introduction to the subject.
   http://www.oncolink.com/types/article.cfm?c=4&s=7&ss=49&id=1739

» Pancreatic Cancer
   Features information including symptoms, diagnosis, types and treatment.
   http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertypes/Pancreas/Pancreaticcancer.aspx

» Pancreatic Cancer UK - Registered Charity
   Non-profit provides information and resource access aimed especially for British patients and caregivers. Goals include increased awareness, earlier diagnosis and improved treatment options.
   http://www.pancreaticcancer.org.uk

» Randy Pausch: Fighting Pancreatic Cancer
   Includes transcript and video of the "Last Lecture" given by the late Professor Randy Pausch. Links to his journal.
   http://download.srv.cs.cmu.edu/~pausch/

» Sky Foundation
   The Sky Foundation is funding research to find a test for the early detection of pancreatic cancer.
   http://skyfoundationinc.org

» The Pancreatic Duct
   Offers the story of a survivor's battle against one of the more rare forms of pancreatic cancer. Also information, support, links and access to discussion forums.
   http://www.pancreaticduct.org/

» University of Chicago: Pancreatic Cancer Center
   Features treatment discussions, local clinical trials and contact details.
   http://www.uchospitals.edu/specialties/cancer/pancreatic/index.php

» University of Washington: Digestive Disease Research
   Undertaking research into pancreatic cancer including a surveillance program for its early detection and the investigation of new treatments.
   http://www.uwgi.org/Research/Target.Pancreatitis.aspx

» Virginia Mason Cancer Center: Pancreatic Cancer
   Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options offered by this Seattle, Washington institution.
   https://www.virginiamason.org/home/dept.cfm?id=498

» What You Need to Know: Cancer of the Pancreas
   Online brochure from the U.S. National Cancer Institute aimed at patients, families and caregivers.
   http://www.cancer.gov/cancer_information/doc_wyntk.aspx?viewid=e70b3e33-2d56-4084-8ded-8336fe72d157

» eMedicine: Pancreatic Cancer
   Article by Richard A Erickson, MD provides details, treatment, and statistics about the disease.
   http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic1712.htm

» hbplondon.com
   A team of specialist doctors from London provides patients and their carers with information about surgery of the liver, pancreas and biliary system that may help them understand their illness better and make the correct decisions.
   http://www.hpblondon.com/