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Patients with pancreatic cancer have special nutritional needs.
Source: Pancreatic Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: July 8, 2026 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview
Surgery to remove the pancreas may affect its ability to make pancreatic enzymes that help to digest food. As a result, patients may have problems digesting food and absorbing nutrients into the body. To prevent malnutrition, the doctor may prescribe medicines that replace these enzymes.
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