New blood test could predict pancreatic cancer return

NCT ID NCT07448376

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at a new way to detect cancer cells in the portal vein blood of people with pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if these cells can warn early if the cancer comes back or spreads. The study will involve 20 participants and uses a special ultrasound-guided procedure to collect blood samples.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a new way to predict if pancreatic cancer will come back or spread, helping doctors choose better treatments earlier.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early-stage exploratory study with only 20 participants. The method is still experimental and may not prove useful in routine care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

malignant pancreatic neoplasm Neoplasm Metastasis pancreatic adenocarcinoma pancreatic neoplasm primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma Recurrence

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, HUST

    Wuhan, Hubei, 430030, China

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