The Cancer of the Pancreas Screening-5

The Cancer of the Pancreas Screening-5
Enrolling By Invitation
1 years - 99 years
All
200 participants needed
1 Location

Brief description of study

The specific Aims of CAPS5 will be: Aim #1: To evaluate pancreatic fluid mutations and circulating pancreatic epithelial cells as accurate markers of neoplasia by comparing their prevalence in cases with sporadic pancreatic neoplasia to healthy and disease controls. Aim #2: To compare the prevalence of pancreatic fluid mutations and circulating pancreatic epithelial cells among a prospective cohort of individuals with sporadic pancreatic cysts undergoing pancreatic surveillance. Aim #3: To determine the prevalence of pancreatic lesions, pancreatic fluid mutations and circulating pancreatic epithelial cells among a large cohort of high-risk individuals undergoing pancreatic screening and surveillance of a new cohort in which screening is begun at age 55.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Pancreatic Neoplasms
  • Age: 1 years - 99 years
  • Gender: All
Updated on 04 Aug 2024. Study ID: 819110
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