diabetes (new onset) with weight loss, 60 and over - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
Last reviewed 12/2021
Diabetes
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Diabetes (new onset) with weight loss, 60 and over | Pancreatic | Consider an urgent direct access CT scan (to be performed within 2 weeks), or urgent ultrasound scan if CT is not available |
Reference:
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to presenting symptoms and signs)