Tailored chemo doses may help older pancreatic cancer patients maintain independence

NCT ID NCT02143219

First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested a personalized dosing approach for the chemotherapy combination FOLFIRINOX in 72 patients aged 70 and older with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The goal was to see if adjusting doses based on genetic markers could reduce severe side effects while still controlling the cancer. The approach aims to help older patients maintain their ability to perform daily activities during treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CH Vendée

    La Roche-sur-Yon, 85925, France

  • Centre Eugène marquis

    Rennes, 35042, France

  • Centre Oscar Lambret

    Lille, 59020, France

  • ICM (Val d'Aurelle)

    Montpellier, 34298, France

  • ICO Paul Papin

    Angers, 49000, France

  • ICO René Gauducheau

    Saint-Herblain, 44805, France

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