Biopsy needle showdown: which tool gets the best tissue sample?
NCT ID NCT02872831
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aimed to compare two different needles used to take tissue samples from solid masses in the pancreas and digestive tract. The goal was to see which needle provides a more accurate diagnosis. The study was planned for adults needing this procedure, but it was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19107, United States
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