Can a simple test spot pancreatic cancer before it starts?
NCT ID NCT03855800
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether new tests on blood, stool, and fluid from pancreatic cysts can detect early signs of cancer. Researchers will collect samples from 800 people with pancreatic cysts and follow them for up to 3 years. The goal is to find better ways to tell which cysts are dangerous and need surgery.
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, these new tests could help doctors identify which pancreatic cysts are likely to become cancerous, allowing for earlier treatment and better outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. The tests may not prove accurate enough for routine use, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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