Clinical trials
Pancreatic Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting pancreatic surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 66 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06381362Recruiting
Italian registry of minimally invasive pancreas surgery
This study is a registry that collects information on people who have had minimally invasive pancreas surgery. It helps doctors learn more about how these surgeries work and how to improve them.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT03785743Recruiting
Compare keyhole vs open surgery for pancreatic cancer
This trial compares two ways of doing surgery for pancreatic cancer: keyhole (small cuts) versus open surgery (one larger cut). It’s meant to see which approach works better for people who are well enough for either option.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT07450950Recruiting
Learning from patients before and after major cancer surgery
This trial looks at how people understand health information and what they expect before and after major cancer surgery. The goal is to help doctors better support patients by learning about their hopes and possible regrets.
Copenhagen, CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT05428358Recruiting
MRI helps choose which pancreatic cancer patients can have surgery
This trial studies whether adding an MRI scan improves the selection of people with pancreatic cancer who may benefit from surgery. It focuses on patients without liver spread and with tumors that are borderline or likely removable.
AalborgAges 18–99 - NCT06939023Recruiting
Robot vs. keyhole surgery for left-side pancreas growths
This trial compares robot-assisted surgery with standard keyhole surgery to remove growths on the left side of the pancreas. It may help doctors determine which method is safer and more effective for non-cancerous or pre-cancerous conditions.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT07703813Recruiting
Energy use and nutrition after pancreas surgery
This study measures how your body uses energy after pancreas surgery to improve nutrition care. It may help doctors better support your recovery.
Athens, AtticaAges 18–75 - NCT06069297Recruiting
Prehabilitation before pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a pre-surgery program of exercise and nutrition (called prehabilitation) can help people with pancreatic cancer recover better after surgery. Participants will receive guidance on physical activity and diet before their operation.
Milan, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT06319755Recruiting
Gut bacteria after Whipple surgery
This study looks at gut bacteria in people who had Whipple surgery for pancreatic cancer and in healthy volunteers. It aims to understand how the microbiome changes after surgery.
Camperdown, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07382791Recruiting
Stomach emptying after pancreas surgery
This study looks at how the stomach empties after pancreas surgery. It aims to understand and possibly help with slow stomach emptying, a common issue after this operation.
Taipei, TaiwnAges 20–75 - NCT07109180Recruiting
Robot vs. open surgery for chronic pancreatitis pain
This study compares robot-assisted vs. open surgery for treating chronic pancreatitis pain. It aims to see which approach works better for people with a dilated pancreatic duct who need relief from severe symptoms.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT05518643Recruiting
Testing a stress-reducing recovery plan for pancreatic surgery patients
This trial tests how well a structured hospital recovery plan (called ERAS) works for people having pancreatic surgery. It looks at stress and recovery outcomes to see if patients may do better with this approach.
LarissaAges 18 years+ - NCT07478185Recruiting
Prehab before pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests a pre-surgery exercise program (prehab) for people with pancreatic cancer who plan to have chemotherapy first. The goal is to see if getting stronger before surgery helps with recovery.
Worester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07632118RecruitingPhase 3
Radiation and chemotherapy after pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests whether combining radiation therapy with chemotherapy (called the GX regimen) after pancreatic cancer surgery helps prevent cancer from returning in patients with high-risk features. The study aims to see if this combination treatment improves outcomes compared to standard care.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT03384238RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Panitumumab dye during pancreatic surgery
This trial tests whether a targeted antibody with a fluorescent dye can help surgeons see and remove pancreatic cancer during planned surgery. It’s an early-phase study, so the main goal is to see if the approach is safe and useful around the time of the operation.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 19 years+ - NCT07241676Enrolling by invitation
Pancreatic cancer surgery and early recurrence study
This study looks at patients who had surgery to remove pancreatic cancer to understand what factors might lead to the cancer coming back early. If you have had surgery for pancreatic cancer and are interested in helping researchers learn more, this may be a fit.
Padova, PDAges 18 years+ - NCT07330284Recruiting
Cold water rinse to prevent pancreatitis after ERCP
This trial tests whether rinsing the pancreas with cold water during ERCP can reduce the risk of pancreatitis, a common complication. The treatment is added to the standard medicine (indomethacin) to see if it offers extra protection.
Kansas City, KansasAges 20 years+ - NCT03747588Recruiting
Laparoscopic versus open surgery for pancreas cancer
This study compares two ways of doing pancreaticoduodenectomy (a major surgery to remove parts of the pancreas and nearby tissue): minimally invasive (often smaller incisions) versus open surgery. It may help clarify which approach works best when the cancer looks potentially removable.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06326736RecruitingEarly Phase 1
mRNA vaccine after surgery for pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a personalized mRNA vaccine (made from your tumor's unique markers) combined with standard chemotherapy after surgery for pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if the vaccine can help prevent the cancer from coming back.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT07167264Recruiting
Nutrition app for recovery after pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests an AI-powered app that helps with nutrition after pancreatic cancer surgery. It aims to improve your recovery by giving personalized dietary guidance.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT04452461RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy before surgery for borderline pancreatic cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy before surgery for people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer, to try to make surgery more successful. It also checks whether the study treatment is safe and helps tumors before the operation.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18–79 - NCT06935448Recruiting
Recovery program for pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests a special recovery program called Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) for people having planned open surgery for pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if this program helps patients recover faster and with fewer complications after their operation.
LarissaAges 18 years+ - NCT06391892RecruitingPhase 3
Liquid biopsy guided treatment for early pancreatic cancer
This trial uses a liquid biopsy (a simple blood test that looks for cancer DNA) to decide whether you should have chemotherapy before surgery or go straight to surgery. It is for people with pancreatic cancer that has not spread beyond the pancreas.
Linz, Upper AustriaAges 18–99 - NCT05245877RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing blood clots before and after pancreatic surgery
This study compares two approaches to preventing blood clots around the time of pancreatic surgery. It may help lower the risk of dangerous clotting events after surgery, especially for people who are high risk.
TorontoAges 18–120 - NCT03855800Recruiting
Test to detect risky changes in pancreatic cysts
This study looks for molecular (lab) signals that may show advanced or higher-risk changes in certain pancreatic cysts. It may help doctors better sort which cysts are more concerning and may need closer attention.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–120
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pancreatic surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 66 recruiting pancreatic surgery studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a pancreatic surgery trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a pancreatic surgery trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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