New enzyme test may catch pancreatic leaks earlier
NCT ID NCT02784990
First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study looked at 770 adults who had pancreas surgery to see if measuring an enzyme called lipase in their surgical drains could help doctors spot a common complication called pancreatic fistula earlier. A pancreatic fistula is a leak of digestive juices that can cause serious infections or bleeding. The researchers collected drain fluid and blood samples at several time points after surgery to compare lipase levels with the standard test (amylase). The goal was to find a more accurate way to detect fistulas that need treatment, potentially preventing more severe problems.
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Locations
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APHM - Institut Paoli-Calmettes
Marseille, 13009, France
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CHU Dijon Bourgogne
Dijon, 21079, France
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CHU Grenoble Alpes
La Tronche, 38700, France
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CHU Jean Minjoz
Besançon, 25030, France
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CHU William MOREY
Chalon-sur-Saône, 71321, France
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CHU de NANCY
Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, 54511, France
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CHU de REIMS - Hôpital Robert Debré
Reims, 51100, France
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HCL - Hôpital universitaire de la Croix Rousse
Lyon, 69317, France
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Hopital Claude Huriez
Lille, 59037, France
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Hôpital Hautepierre
Strasbourg, 67098, France
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