Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
MONDO:0006047A carcinoma that arises from glandular epithelial cells of the pancreas
Also known as: adenocarcinoma - pancreas, adenocarcinoma of pancreas, adenocarcinoma of the pancreas, pancreas adenocarcinoma, pancreatic adenocarcinoma, PAAD
3758 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 497 tagged with Pancreatic adenocarcinoma itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
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Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma 553 trials
5 sub-types
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Pancreatic acinar cell carcinoma 12 trials
1 sub-type
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Mucinous pancreas adenocarcinoma 0 trials
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Pancreatic cystadenocarcinoma 0 trials
3 sub-types
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Mesothelin-Positive tumors
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests a new cell therapy called TC-510 for people with advanced cancers that have a protein called mesothelin on their surface, including mesothelioma, ovarian cancer, and pancreatic cancer. TC-510 uses a patient's own immune cells, which are genetically modified to be…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: TCR2 Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug cocktail aims to stall pancreatic cancer in patients who have run out of options
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two drugs—erlotinib and everolimus—can slow the growth of advanced pancreatic cancer in patients who have already received at least one prior treatment. The study enrolls people with unresectable or metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug tested in early trial, but study stopped early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called PF-08052666 in 19 people with advanced solid tumors like lung, ovarian, and pancreatic cancers that had not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells. The study aimed to find a …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Seagen, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cocktail takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding two immunotherapy drugs (botensilimab and balstilimab) to a strong chemotherapy mix plus two oral medications (chloroquine and celecoxib) can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that hasn't been treated yet. The study inv…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: HonorHealth Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer radiation combo trial cut short
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding a precise type of radiation (stereotactic body radiation therapy) to standard chemotherapy could better control pancreatic cancer that has spread to only a few spots in the body. The trial planned to enroll patients with limited metastases, but…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tailored cancer therapy put to the test
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a precision medicine approach for people with advanced cancers like breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, or sarcoma. Researchers used genetic and protein tests to track how the cancer changes and then a team of experts recommended personalized drugs. The goal …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Experimental combo shot for pancreatic cancer stalls after just 2 patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis very early trial tested two immune-stimulating drugs injected directly into tumors for people with stage IV pancreatic cancer. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow their growth. However, the study was stopped early after enrolling only 2 partici…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New combo tackles pancreatic cancer resistance – but study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether combining two drugs, trametinib and hydroxychloroquine, could help overcome treatment resistance in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had spread. The trial aimed to see how many patients were free of cancer growth after 12 weeks. It included 20…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Chemo cocktail aimed at zapping pancreatic cysts
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether injecting chemotherapy drugs directly into pancreatic cysts could shrink or eliminate them. It involved 75 adults with cysts between 2-5 cm. The approach used an endoscope to guide the injection, comparing two different pre-treatment rinses. The trial wa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Radioactive microparticles injected into pancreatic tumors: a new hope?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if injecting radioactive particles (OncoSil) directly into pancreatic tumors during an endoscopic ultrasound, combined with chemotherapy, could safely shrink tumors and improve survival. It was designed for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that could…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on pancreatic cancer in early trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested a treatment called huCART-meso cells, which are a patient's own immune cells modified to recognize and attack pancreatic cancer cells. The trial included 54 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that could not be removed by surgery. The main goal wa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug TAK-500 tested in 61 patients – study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called TAK-500, alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in 61 adults with advanced solid tumors like pancreatic, liver, and lung cancer. The main goals were to check safety and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The stud…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New drug combo for Hard-to-Treat cancers shows early promise but trial halted
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called RP-3467, alone or with olaparib, in 26 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. The study was terminated, so full results are no…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Repare Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Experimental pancreatic cancer combo trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental drug called APG-1387 combined with standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) in people with advanced pancreatic cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination could shrink tumors. However, the trial was termi…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ascentage Pharma Group Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Experimental combo for tough pancreatic cancer shows early promise
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested whether adding the experimental drug YL-13027 to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) is safe for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that no longer responds to treatment. Only 4 participants were enrolled before the study was st…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Experimental pancreatic cancer combo trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested whether adding the experimental drug NIS793 to standard chemotherapy (FOLFIRINOX) could help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. Only 4 people took part before the study was stopped. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the combination c…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Colin D. Weekes, M.D., PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer drug trial halted after safety issues
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tested a new drug called SOT102, alone or with standard chemotherapy, in 31 people with advanced pancreatic cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if it helped shrink tumors. The study was stopped early because of unexpected safety problems that reappeare…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: SOTIO Biotech a.s. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Experimental drug combo for pancreatic cancer shows early promise, but trial halted
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a drug called CPI-613 (devimistat) combined with chemotherapy and radiation for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal was to find the safest dose. Only 8 people took part before the study was stopped. While the app…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug ASP2074 trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called ASP2074 in 23 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or couldn't be removed by surgery. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Experimental drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in new trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested a drug called tusamitamab ravtansine, alone or with chemotherapy (gemcitabine), in 50 people with advanced breast or pancreatic cancers that have a specific marker (CEACAM5). The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. The study was terminated e…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Cancer combo trial halted early: what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested two drugs—ulixertinib and hydroxychloroquine—in 47 people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that have certain genetic mutations (MAPK pathway). The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors. However, the study was terminated early, so t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: BioMed Valley Discoveries, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Blood test may spot pancreatic cancer without needle biopsy
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a blood test that detects circulating tumor cells (CTCs) could diagnose pancreatic cancer. Researchers planned to compare the blood test results with standard tissue biopsies in 101 people with pancreatic tumors. The trial was terminated early, so the…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug trial for pancreatic cancer halted early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called anamorelin to see if it could help prevent weight loss and improve appetite in people with advanced pancreatic cancer who were starting chemotherapy. The trial planned to include about 100 participants but was stopped early after only 4 people enro…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer gene study targets muscle wasting
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis pilot study aimed to find genetic differences, called microRNAs, that might explain why some pancreatic cancer patients lose muscle mass (cachexia). Researchers planned to analyze tumor samples from 40 patients undergoing surgery, focusing on African Americans who may be at …
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Liquid biopsy study halted: did it help guide cancer care?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a simple blood test (liquid biopsy) could help doctors make better treatment decisions for people with advanced cancers of the colon, pancreas, or bile duct. Researchers planned to enroll about 130 participants but stopped early with only 16 enrolled. T…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC