New study aims to reduce unnecessary pancreatic surgery with smarter biomarkers

NCT ID NCT06694792

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

Summary

This study is looking for new biomarkers to tell which pancreatic cysts (IPMNs) are likely to become cancerous. Researchers will analyze genetic, metabolic, and lifestyle data from 800 patients to develop a risk score. The goal is to help doctors decide who truly needs surgery and who can safely avoid it.

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 give doctors a new tool to predict which pancreatic cysts are dangerous, helping avoid unnecessary surgery.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It is still early, and the biomarkers found may not prove accurate enough for routine use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pancreas disorder Pancreatic Intraductal Neoplasms pancreatic intraductal papillary-mucinous neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • San Raffaele Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Milan, MI, 20132, Italy

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