What age groups are most at risk for pancreatic cancer?
ANSWER
Pancreatic cancer almost always strikes over the age of 45, with about two-thirds of cases occurring in people over the age of 65. It is slightly more common in men than in women.
From: Understanding Pancreatic Cancer -- the Basics WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Laura J. Martin on July 30, 2017
SOURCES:
American Cancer Society: "Learn About Cancer: Pancreatic Cancer."
National Cancer Institute: "Pancreatic Cancer."
The National Pancreas Foundation: "About Pancreatic Cancer."
SOURCES:
American Cancer Society: "Learn About Cancer: Pancreatic Cancer."
National Cancer Institute: "Pancreatic Cancer."
The National Pancreas Foundation: "About Pancreatic Cancer."
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