How muscle strength tests can help track health in pancreatic cancer
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This study uses hand-grip strength tests and CT scans to understand how pancreatic cancer affects your muscles and quality of life. It may help doctors better support your strength and well-being during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer that can be removed with surgery, cannot be removed, or has spread to other parts of the body.
- You are well enough to be up and about (ECOG score 0-2).
- Your doctor expects you to live more than 6 months.
- You are planning to receive treatment (standard or as part of another study).
- You can hold a small device (dynamometer) with one hand to measure grip strength.
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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