New radiation approach aims to stop pancreatic cancer return after surgery
NCT ID NCT05043857
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This phase 2 trial tests whether a precise, high-dose radiation technique called SBRT can lower the chance of cancer coming back in the pancreas area after surgery. The study involves 50 adults with pancreatic cancer who had surgery and are at high risk of recurrence. They will receive SBRT in 5 sessions, targeting the surgical bed and nearby areas.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a more effective and shorter radiation option after surgery to help prevent the cancer from coming back in the pancreas area.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial (50 people) without a comparison group, so results may not be definitive. Radiation can also cause side effects to nearby organs.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Humanitas Research Hospital
Rozzano, MI, 20089, Italy