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New study aims to spot which pancreatic cysts could turn cancerous

NCT ID NCT02110498

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 3,000 adults with pancreatic cysts to find better ways to tell harmless cysts from those that might become cancer. Researchers used imaging scans, cyst fluid analysis, and genetic markers to improve accuracy. The goal is to help doctors make better decisions about treatment and monitoring.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this research could lead to more accurate tests to identify which pancreatic cysts are dangerous, helping patients avoid unnecessary surgery or catch cancer early.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The findings may not lead to immediate changes in patient care, and the tests studied might not prove reliable enough for widespread use.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 3,000 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Start date

Mar 2014

Finished

Mar 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Any individual with a pancreatic cyst seen at the Johns Hopkins Hospital or other participating Institutions.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.

Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients age 18 years and older with pancreatic cyst. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with ASA class 4 or greater. * Inability to provide informed consent. * Pregnancy or lactation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cystic, mucinous, and serous neoplasm Pancreatic Cyst pancreatic intraductal papillary-mucinous neoplasm pancreatic mucinous-cystic neoplasm solid pseudopapillary neoplasm of the pancreas

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Cystic, mucinous and/or serous neoplasm Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm Pancreatic cysts Pancreatic mucinous cystic neoplasm Solid pseudopapillary tumour of the pancreas

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21231, United States

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