Could a malaria drug boost chemo for pancreatic cancer?
NCT ID NCT04911816
First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding hydroxychloroquine (a malaria drug) to standard chemotherapy before and after surgery can help treat pancreatic cancer that can be removed. About 40 adults with resectable pancreatic cancer will receive the combination, then undergo surgery. Researchers will check safety, the highest safe dose, and how well the tumor responds.
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West Virginia University Cancer Institute Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center
RECRUITINGMorgantown, West Virginia, 26506, United States
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