Familial Pancreatic Cancer

Familial pancreatic cancer refers to a genetic predisposition to develop pancreatic cancer within families. It often occurs in individuals with a strong family history of the disease or related cancers, such as breast or ovarian cancer. Genetic mutations, particularly in genes like BRCA2 and CDKN2A, can increase the risk. People in affected families may undergo genetic testing and increased surveillance for early detection. While most pancreatic cancer cases are sporadic, familial pancreatic cancer highlights the importance of family history in assessing cancer risk and the need for tailored prevention strategies.