Scientists hunt genetic clues to stop Cancer's devastating weight loss

NCT ID NCT05376592

Summary

This study aims to understand why most pancreatic cancer patients experience severe, life-threatening weight loss called cachexia. Researchers will collect genetic samples from 100 patients with advanced pancreatic cancer to look for DNA patterns linked to this condition. The goal is to gather knowledge that could lead to better future tests and treatments for this common complication.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center

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    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27103, United States

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  • Levine Cancer Institute

    RECRUITING

    Charlotte, North Carolina, 28204, United States

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