Stomach lining may hold clues to pancreatitis outcomes

NCT ID NCT07714850

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Jan Kochanowski University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at whether early endoscopic findings in the stomach and duodenum can help predict how severe acute pancreatitis will become. Researchers will perform an upper GI endoscopy within 24-48 hours of hospital admission in 200 adult patients with acute pancreatitis. They will track whether certain mucosal abnormalities are linked to complications, organ failure, or longer hospital stays. The goal is to improve early risk assessment for this painful and potentially serious condition.

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 help doctors predict which patients with acute pancreatitis will develop severe complications, enabling earlier and more targeted treatment.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot directly improve outcomes. The findings may not be generalizable beyond the specific hospital setting.

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Conditions

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acute pancreatitis pancreatitis

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ACUTE PANCREATITIS (AP)

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