Status:
COMPLETED
Cancer Detection in Pancreatic Cysts
Lead Sponsor:
University of Pittsburgh
Collaborating Sponsors:
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Conditions:
Pancreatic Cyst
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to assist with early and accurate diagnosis of cancer in pancreatic cysts based on the analysis of DNA obtained by endoscopic ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration
Detailed Description
The study of pancreatic diseases is hindered by the organ's deep seated location and especially lack of symptoms during the early stages of disease development and progression e.g. pancreatic cancer. ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Previously scheduled for Endoscopic ULtrasound for evaluation of pancreatic cyst
Exclusion
- Any condition that would preclude safe performance of EUS/FNA
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
June 1 2004
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
End Date :
Estimated Enrollment :
300 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00222898
Start Date
June 1 2004
Last Update
February 19 2007
Active Locations (7)
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1
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 46202
2
Partners HealthCare System
Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02114
3
Washington University Medical Center
St Louis, Missouri, United States, 63110
4
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19104