Pancreatic cancer cells express CCK-B/gastrin receptor and gastrin precursor forms in most patients. Expression of the gastrin precursor forms is probably related to autocrine production. New therapeutic strategies need to be developed for the management of pancreatic cancer. Targeting gastrin and its receptor may provide a novel treatment option.
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