Age alone Shouldn't decide: surgery boosts survival in fit octogenarians with pancreatic cancer
NCT ID NCT07542782
First seen Apr 22, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looked at over 2,000 older adults (80+) with pancreatic cancer that hadn't spread, who were still in good health. Researchers compared those who had surgery to remove the tumor with those who didn't, and also looked at the effect of additional treatments like chemotherapy. The goal was to help doctors focus on a patient's overall health rather than just age when making treatment decisions.
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Medical School Brandenburg
Brandenburg an der Havel, Brandenburg, 14770, Germany
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