Which procedure best unblocks the stomach in pancreatic cancer?

NCT ID NCT06071507

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at 250 people with pancreatic cancer whose stomach is blocked by the tumor. It compares three procedures—surgery, a metal stent placed by endoscopy, and a newer ultrasound-guided stent—to see which helps patients eat better, maintain weight, and tolerate chemotherapy. Participants just fill out quality-of-life questionnaires; no extra procedures are done for the study.

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 this study finds one procedure clearly better, it could guide doctors to choose the best option for each patient, improving quality of life and treatment success.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be influenced by patient differences. It won't prove which procedure is best, only suggest trends.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

malignant pancreatic neoplasm pancreatic neoplasm pyloric stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

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Locations

  • Acibadem Maslak Hospital

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    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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  • Hôpital la pitié salpêtrière, APHP

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    Paris, France

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  • IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute

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    Milan, 20132, Italy

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  • ISMETT - University of Palermo

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    Palermo, Italy

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  • São João University Hospital

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    Porto, Portugal

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