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Compares treatment options for Pancreatic Cancer Non-resectable
Official title Upfront EUS CGN/CPN vs Conventional Step up Approach for Inoperable Painful Pancreatic Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06160323
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patients with unresectable pancreatic cancer are often demoralized by intractable, persistent and incapacitating pain. It must be managed aggressively and strong opioids are recommended as the mainstay of treatment.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age \>= 18 years old
- Diagnosed to have inoperable pancreatic cancer
- Presence of tumor pain (centrally located, constant, with no other obvious cause) with a VAS \>= 3
- Karnofsky performance status \>= 60
- Planned for EUS examination and/or biopsy of the pancreatic tumor
You likely can't join if
- Allergy to bupivacaine, or alcohol
- Potentially operable after neoadjuvant therapy
- Expected survival of less than 3 months
- Patient who is already on opioids for pain control
- Previous percutaneous or EUS-guided CGN/ CPN
- Recurrent pancreatic tumors after operation
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age \>= 18 years old
- Diagnosed to have inoperable pancreatic cancer
- Presence of tumor pain (centrally located, constant, with no other obvious cause) with a VAS \>= 3
- Karnofsky performance status \>= 60
- Planned for EUS examination and/or biopsy of the pancreatic tumor
- Allergy to bupivacaine, or alcohol
- Potentially operable after neoadjuvant therapy
- Expected survival of less than 3 months
- Patient who is already on opioids for pain control
- Previous percutaneous or EUS-guided CGN/ CPN
- Recurrent pancreatic tumors after operation
- Uncorrectable coagulopathy
- Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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