Gut bacteria after Whipple surgery
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You had Whipple surgery between April 2018 and December 2023 for pancreatic cancer
- You received follow-up care at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney
- You are 18 years or older
- You do not have active or returning pancreatic cancer
- You do not have other gut diseases like Crohn's, colitis, IBS, or celiac disease
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and not taking medications or following a diet that affects digestion
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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