Splenic Neoplasm Overview
Learn About Splenic Neoplasm
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Michele Carvello practices in Milan, Italy. Carvello and is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Splenic Neoplasm. Their top areas of expertise are Splenic Neoplasm, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Pancreatectomy.
Alexandra Glehen-Traverse practices in Pierre-la-treiche, France. Ms. Glehen-Traverse and is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Splenic Neoplasm. Her top areas of expertise are Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Splenic Neoplasm, B-Cell Lymphoma, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.
Luca Arcaini practices in Pavia, Italy. Mr. Arcaini and is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Splenic Neoplasm. His top areas of expertise are Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy.
Summary: Splenomegaly is common in advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). The spleen is an important source of immune suppressive cells and phagocytic cells and may mediate the accumulation of liposomal drugs and immunosuppression. In this study, spleen irradiation (SI) will be added to standard chemotherapy.