My Pancreas is an educational guide for
patients facing a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and also acts as information
guide for their family members, caregivers, and friends. This app has been
designed to guide a patient through their journey from initial referral to
treatment, how to manage symptoms and where to find further information and
support.
It has been developed by the University Hospitals of
Leicester NHS Trust Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Unit as an educational resource
for patients facing a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. It guides a patient
through their journey from initial referral to treatment, how to manage
symptoms and where to find further information and support.
The app has five main sections
My Pancreas
A section which introduces the pancreas, what the organ does and its location
within the body including details on what can go wrong.
My Tests
Information on procedures expected to occur during the diagnosis procedure.
My Treatment
Information on the types of treatments patients will potentially undergo i.e.
chemotherapy, surgery.
Help & Information
A patient support section that includes the latest up to date information on
patient care services. This includes telephone details, websites and drop in centers
for patients. A link to Pancreatic Cancer U.K. help and information forum and
finally, financial information relating to grants and government support.
My Notes
The last section includes an area where you are able to write and save any
important information you may wish to ask at your next GP or hospital
appointment. Or for ease, a list of prewritten questions that can easily be
selected and saved ready to ask the specialist at your consultations can also
be used.
My Pancreas aims to empower patients by giving them the information they need.
Platforms: iOS and Android
Website: https://www.psgbi.org/patient-information/my-pancreas-app/
