Pesticide link to pancreatic cancer investigated in small study

NCT ID NCT04429490

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

Summary

This study looked at whether organochlorine pesticides, which build up in body fat over time, are more common in people with pancreatic cancer. Researchers compared fat and urine samples from 56 patients undergoing surgery—some with pancreatic cancer and some without. The goal was to see if higher pesticide levels were linked to the disease.

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 a link is found, this could point toward environmental risk factors for pancreatic cancer and guide future prevention efforts.

What could go wrong

This is a small, observational study that cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to the general population.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

carcinoma pancreatic adenocarcinoma pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Damien JOLLY

    Reims, France