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Desmoplastic reaction is a phenomenon seen in many cancers, including pancreatic cancer, and it occurs when the tumor invades the surrounding tissues, inducing an inflammatory response that causes fibrosis and scar tissue formation. This reaction is believed to be responsible for limiting tumor spread, but dense scar tissue can limit the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
