CONTRIBUTIONS OF SEMIOLOGY TO THE MAIN SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF PATIENTS WITH PANCREAS CANCER FROM A MULTIPROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIV

• Autor(a) principal: Ribeiro , Wanderson Alves
• Data de Publicação: 2023
• Outros Autores: Silva, Fabiano Júlio Delesposte, Silva , Nathalia Dair Louro Delesposte, Tuza, Fabio Augusto D’Alegria, Cirino , Hosana Pereira, Santiago , Osvaldo Domingues, Castro , Kemely, Jesus , Débora Denise Silva de, Araújo, Gicelle Soares de, Neves , Felippe Gomes de Oliveira, Albuquerque , Samira Zada Said de, Fassarella , Bruna Porath Azevedo, Neves, Keila do Carmo
• Tipo de documento: Artigo
• Idioma: por
• Título da fonte: Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences
• Texto Completo: https://bjihs.emnuvens.com.br/bjihs/article/view/681
• topic: Câncer de pâncreas; sinais e sintomas; enfermagem;; Pancreatic cancer; signs and symptoms; nursing.

Introduction: Cancer is a complex and multifaceted disease that can manifest in different parts of the body, causing abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth. Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the cells that form the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach. Being a serious illness and presenting a significant diagnostic challenge. Objective: To identify the main symptoms and semiotic signs presented by patients with pancreatic cancer, in addition to analyzing the role of nursing in relation to the signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer. Methodology: Descriptive bibliographic review and qualitative approach, with analysis of scientific literature that refers to the research object. Analysis and discussion of results: It is common for patients to feel abdominal pain, which can be felt in the upper abdomen or back, due to the pressure of the tumor on the nerves near the pancreas. Another common symptom is unexplained weight loss, which may be related to decreased appetite or difficulty digesting food. The identification of the main symptoms and semiotic signs in patients with pancreatic cancer is a crucial role played by the health team, particularly by the nursing professional. Conclusion: Early detection of pancreatic cancer is crucial to improving the chances of cure and prolonging the patient's life. Therefore, it is essential that the population is aware of the most common symptoms of the disease and seeks immediate medical attention if they have any concerns regarding their health.