PANCREATIC CYST

This early study tests whether tamoxifen, a drug used for breast cancer, can shrink or stabilize pancreatic cysts that may turn into cancer. Up to 15 women with these cysts who are not having surgery right away will take tamoxifen daily for up to 24 weeks. The main goal is to see…

This study tests a special MRI scan that uses a natural substance (pyruvate) to see if it can tell the difference between harmless and harmful pancreatic cysts. About 20 adults who are already scheduled to have their cysts removed will get this extra scan before surgery. The goal…

This study aims to detect pancreatic cancer early in 25 people with high-risk pancreatic cysts using a combination of special PET and MRI scans along with blood tests. The goal is to avoid unnecessary surgery by identifying cancer without invasive procedures. Participants will un…

This study compares two minimally invasive surgeries—laparoscopic and robot-assisted—for removing benign or pre-cancerous growths from the left side of the pancreas. About 256 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The goal is to see which approach leads t…

This study is working on a new, less invasive test to find pancreatic cancer at an early stage and to see how well treatment is working. Researchers will study 700 people with pancreatic cancer or related conditions to find biological markers in the blood or tissue. The goal is t…

This study is collecting tissue and fluid samples from 160 people with suspected bile duct, liver, or pancreatic cancers. Researchers want to learn more about these cancers to develop better ways to diagnose and treat them. Participants will give extra samples during their regula…

This study follows 250 adults undergoing pancreatic surgery to understand how the procedure impacts their quality of life over two years. Researchers will use surveys to track changes in physical, emotional, and social well-being. The goal is to help doctors and patients make bet…

This study is for people with pancreatic cysts or lesions. Researchers will collect blood, tissue, and scan data from over 1,100 participants to develop noninvasive tools that predict which cysts may turn cancerous. The goal is to improve decision-making and personalize care with…

This study creates a registry for people with pancreatic diseases or a high risk of pancreatic cancer, including those with family history or certain genetic mutations. Researchers collect health data and blood samples to study causes and find early detection markers. The goal is…

This study follows 4,000 adults with pancreatic cysts to learn which ones turn into cancer and which stay harmless. Participants provide health updates over time, but no treatment is given. The goal is to help doctors decide when surgery is needed and when it can be safely avoide…