New hope for advanced pancreatic cancer: chemo and radiation before surgery shows promise

NCT ID NCT02481635

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study is for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to a major artery. It tests whether giving chemotherapy and radiation before surgery can make the tumor removable and improve survival. The trial involves 30 participants and tracks side effects, how many can have surgery, and survival rates at one year.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

    Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2M9, Canada

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