Weight-Loss drug shows promise for pancreatic cancer patients
NCT ID NCT03910387
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 16 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, which might make chemotherapy easier to tolerate and improve survival. The drug works by reducing bowel movements, which can help with weight maintenance.
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Locations
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Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia, 30342, United States
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Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States
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Emory University Hospital/Winship Cancer Institute
Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
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