PANCREATIC CYST

This early-phase study tests whether tamoxifen, a drug commonly used for breast cancer, can shrink or stabilize pre-cancerous pancreatic cysts in women. The goal is to see if taking tamoxifen for up to 24 weeks can delay or eliminate the need for surgery. The study will enroll 15…

This pilot study tests whether a special MRI dye called hyperpolarized 13-C-pyruvate can help doctors tell the difference between harmless and dangerous pancreatic cysts. About 20 adults with pancreatic cysts who are scheduled for surgery will receive the dye and have an MRI scan…

This study looks at whether combining special PET and MRI scans with blood tests can detect pancreatic cancer early in people who have pancreatic cysts. The goal is to avoid unnecessary surgery by identifying which cysts are truly dangerous. About 25 adults with high-risk cysts w…

This study is collecting tissue and fluid samples from 160 people with suspected liver, bile duct, or pancreatic cancers. Researchers want to understand these cancers better and test new imaging and sampling tools for earlier, more accurate diagnosis. The study does not test a ne…

This study creates a registry of people with pancreatic diseases or a high risk for pancreatic cancer, such as those with a family history or certain genetic mutations. Researchers will collect medical information and blood samples to study how these conditions develop over time.…

This study aims to create a simple, minimally invasive test to find pancreatic cancer at an early stage and track how well treatment is working. Researchers will study 700 people with pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, or pancreatic cysts. The goal is to identify biological markers…

This study is for people with pancreatic cysts or other pancreas issues. Researchers will collect blood, tissue, and scan data from over 1,100 participants to create a large database. The goal is to develop noninvasive tools that predict which cysts may become cancerous, helping …

This study follows 4,000 adults aged 30 and older who have at least one pancreatic cyst, a common finding on scans. Researchers will track changes over time using surveys and medical records to see which cysts turn into cancer. The goal is to better tell harmless cysts from dange…

This study follows 250 patients who are having surgery to remove part of their pancreas due to cancer, pancreatitis, or cysts. Researchers will track changes in quality of life, symptoms, and emotional well-being for up to two years after surgery. The goal is to understand how th…

This study compares two minimally invasive surgical techniques—laparoscopic and robot-assisted—for removing the left side of the pancreas in people with benign or pre-cancerous growths. About 256 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The goal is to …