Although scientists do not know exactly what causes pancreatic cancer, a small percentage of people develop the disease as a result of a genetic predisposition.
In addition, a number of genetic diseases have been associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Yet only about 10 percent of pancreatic cancers result from an inherited tendency.
A greater number are caused by environmental or lifestyle factors, such as smoking, diet and chemical exposure.
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