Experts have been concerned by rising rates of pancreatic cancer in young adults, but new research reveals the jump in cases has not been accompanied by any increase in deaths from the disease.

The rising incidence of pancreatic cancer among young Americans may largely reflect previously undetected cases not a true rise in occurrence, experts say.

A recent analysis of pancreatic cancer data in young adults (aged 15–39) has found that although there is an increase in incidence, the mortality rate remains stable. According to Patel et al, w

Ku says the study offers screening for people who have high risk factors for pancreatic cancer, but aren't currently diagnosed.

The increasing incidence of pancreatic cancer in young Americans is mainly due to increased detection of smaller, early-stage endocrine cancer, according to a research letter published online Nov. 19 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.