10,000 volunteers sought to unlock pancreatic cancer secrets

NCT ID NCT00912717

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study aims to collect medical history, family history, and blood or urine samples from 10,000 people with or at risk for pancreatic cancer. Researchers will use this information to look for genetic and environmental factors linked to the disease. Participants may also be asked for permission to access their medical records for follow-up. The goal is to better understand what causes pancreatic cancer and how to detect it earlier.

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 study could help identify risk factors and early markers for pancreatic cancer, potentially leading to better prevention or detection strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly help participants. Results may take years and might not lead to clear findings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute pancreatitis cholestasis chronic pancreatitis malignant pancreatic neoplasm pancreatic adenocarcinoma pancreatic neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PANCREATIC CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Pittsburgh
RECRUITING

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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