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@delores508

I have a precancerous pancreatic cyst discovered incidentally when screening for another complaint. I have undergone two Endoscopic Ultrasounds, but due to my anatomical abnormality, no biopsy was performed. ( I think that a prior hiatal surgery rearranged my abdomen) Because of my advanced age, I am not a candidate for the Whipple surgery. Thus, I am currently in a surveillance situation having scans every six months. The size of the cyst is a critical concern; however, the location of the cyst preclude removal of the cyst without the Whipple procedure. What other options do I have? Anyone with a similar experience?

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I'm wondering about your age precluding your not being able to have the Whipple. I had my Whipple at 83 years old; I'm 85 now and still hanging in there. Perhaps another opinion if your age is similar to mine. Courage, Carrie