Investigating the links between chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, and pancreatic cancer
The Texas-Louisiana Alliance to Study Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes and Pancreatic Cancer
This study is looking at how chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, and pancreatic cancer are related, and it's for patients who want to help us learn more about these conditions to improve care and outcomes for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10884517 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, and pancreatic cancer are interconnected. The team, led by experienced researchers at the UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, will analyze data from various cohorts to identify patterns and risk factors. Patients may be recruited from both specialized hospitals and primary care systems, utilizing advanced data management techniques to ensure comprehensive analysis. The goal is to enhance our understanding of these conditions and improve patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, or pancreatic cancer, particularly those receiving care in Texas or Louisiana.
Not a fit: Patients with unrelated gastrointestinal disorders or those not residing in the study's geographic areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for patients suffering from chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, and pancreatic cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the relationships between these conditions, indicating that this approach has potential for significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chari, Suresh T. — University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Chari, Suresh T.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.