Weight-Loss drug shows promise for pancreatic cancer patients

NCT ID NCT03910387

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 01, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested a drug called telotristat ethyl in 23 people with advanced pancreatic cancer who had lost at least 10% of their body weight. The goal was to see if the drug could help them stabilize or gain weight by reducing bowel movements. Maintaining weight may help patients better tolerate chemotherapy and live longer.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30342, United States

  • Emory University Hospital Midtown

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States

  • Emory University Hospital/Winship Cancer Institute

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States

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