Prehabilitation before pancreatic cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have pancreatic or periampullary cancer and are scheduled for surgery to remove it
- Your cancer has not spread to other parts of the body
- You do not have serious health problems that would prevent you from doing exercise or following a nutrition plan
- You are not pregnant
- You can read and understand Italian
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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