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CT scan vs. needle biopsy: which is better for spotting pancreatic cancer?

NCT ID NCT07424456

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

Summary

This study will compare two methods—triphasic CT scans and endoscopic ultrasound-guided biopsies—to see which one more accurately tells benign from malignant pancreatic lesions. Researchers will enroll 50 adults with pancreatic lesions found on initial imaging. The goal is to determine if the less invasive CT scan can match the accuracy of a biopsy.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a CT scan is as accurate as a biopsy for diagnosing pancreatic lesions, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The CT scan might still miss some cancers that a biopsy would catch.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 50 people

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

Expected to start

Feb 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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

Who is studied

Adult patients (age\>18 years) presenting with focal pancreatic lesions detected on initial imaging.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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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) presenting with focal pancreatic lesions detected on initial imaging. * Patients referred for further evaluation by triphasic CT and/or EUS-guided biopsy. * Patients able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Previous pancreatic surgery. * Known metastatic disease at presentation. * Contraindications to contrast-enhanced CT (e.g. severe renal impairment, contrast allergy) * Contraindications to EUS or biopsy (e.g., coagulopathy uncorrected, severe cardiopulmonary instability). * Pregnancy.

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