PATIENT GUIDE · LAHORE
Review the scans. Understand the treatment plan.
Suspected pancreatic cancer needs careful investigation and coordinated specialist care. Surgery is appropriate only for selected patients after staging and assessment.
Consultations with Prof. Dr. Zahid Mahmood, MBBS, FCPS
General, Laparoscopic & Laser Surgeon
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Symptoms · Treatment options · Recovery & follow-up · Common questions · Clinic & appointments
When to seek urgent medical care
Jaundice with fever or chills, severe pain, persistent vomiting or confusion requires urgent hospital assessment. New jaundice should be investigated promptly.
If severely unwell, go to the nearest emergency department. Do not wait for a routine appointment or a WhatsApp reply.
Symptoms & reasons to seek assessment
Pancreatic cancer can affect digestion and bile drainage. Symptoms alone cannot confirm the diagnosis.
- New jaundice, dark urine or pale stools.
- Unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite.
- Persistent upper-abdominal or back pain.
What happens at your consultation?
CT or other imaging evaluates the pancreas and nearby vessels. Specialist review determines whether tissue sampling, further tests or bile-duct treatment is needed.
Bring relevant reports and scans, previous treatment details, and a list of medicines and allergies. Examination and tests are selected for your situation; not every patient needs every test.
Understanding the treatment options
Staging and team review
A multidisciplinary team assesses disease extent, fitness and treatment intent.
Cancer treatment
Selected patients may have surgery with chemotherapy. Others may benefit from systemic treatment rather than an operation.
Symptom and nutrition care
Bile-duct stenting, pain control, nutrition and pancreatic enzyme support may be needed according to the findings.
Recovery, risks & follow-up
Major pancreatic surgery requires close monitoring and nutritional follow-up. Discuss risks, diabetes or digestive changes and additional treatment with the specialist team. Avoid promises of cure based on a scan alone.
Your consulting surgeon
Prof. Dr. Zahid Mahmood
MBBS, FCPS (Surgery)
General, Laparoscopic & Laser Surgeon
Consultations at Hameed Latif Hospital and Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital, Lahore. Discuss your findings, treatment choices and the need for any further specialist referral.
Common patient questions
Can every pancreatic tumour be removed?
No. Stage, vessel involvement and general health determine whether surgery is appropriate.
Is symptom control still active treatment?
Yes. Relieving obstruction, pain and nutritional problems is an important part of care.
How much will assessment or treatment cost?
Costs depend on the required tests, procedure, hospital and expected stay. Ask for an itemised estimate after assessment. A fixed price cannot be confirmed without reviewing your case.
Is my appointment confirmed when I send a message?
No. A call or message requests an appointment. The clinic will confirm the location, date and time.
Request a consultation
Call 0300 4130159 or send an appointment request on WhatsApp. State your name, preferred clinic and suitable day.
Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital, Lahore
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Please confirm availability before travelling. An appointment is confirmed only after the clinic responds. These contact routes are for routine appointments, not emergency care.
Further information
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Lahore — further information
Medical information sources: NHS: pancreatic cancer treatment; NICE: pancreatic cancer.
Updated 9 November 2026. This information is for general education. Diagnosis and treatment require an individual clinical assessment.