Preventing pancreatic fistula after surgery with pre-surgery radiation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests if a short course of radiation before surgery can lower the risk of a pancreatic leak (a common complication). It is for people who are overweight, older than 45, and have a small pancreatic duct.
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Who can take part
- You are 45 years of age or older
- You have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher (overweight or obese)
- Your main pancreatic duct is less than 3 mm wide, as seen on a CT or MRI scan
- You are scheduled for a type of pancreas surgery called a pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure)
- You have not had chemotherapy or radiation treatment for your current condition
- You do not have chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
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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