Scientists hunt for genetic clues to stop wasting in pancreatic cancer
NCT ID NCT05376592
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is looking for genetic differences that may explain why many people with pancreatic cancer develop severe muscle wasting (cachexia). Researchers will collect blood samples from 100 patients to analyze their DNA. The goal is to find markers that could lead to earlier detection and better treatments for this 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 research could help identify genetic markers that predict cancer cachexia, leading to earlier diagnosis and better treatments for this serious complication.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It is small (100 participants) and early-stage, so findings may not apply to all patients or lead directly to new therapies.
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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center
RECRUITINGWinston-Salem, North Carolina, 27103, United States
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Levine Cancer Institute
RECRUITINGCharlotte, North Carolina, 28204, United States
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