Analysis of exocrine pancreatic tumors

PATAKESS Protocol : Clinical and Biological Analysis of Exocrine Pancreatic Tumors

Observational Centre Leon Berard · NCT04011982

This study looks at data from patients with pancreatic tumors to see how the tumors' characteristics relate to their outcomes and help improve treatment options.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment300 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Leon Berard Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lyon)
Trial IDNCT04011982 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

PATAKESS is a non-interventional cohort study that analyzes clinical and biological data from patients with exocrine pancreatic tumors. It includes both prospective data from living patients and retrospective data from deceased patients whose tumor samples were collected during routine healthcare. The study aims to correlate biological characteristics of the tumors with clinical outcomes, focusing on the interactions between tumor cells and the surrounding stroma. This research is crucial for understanding the aggressive nature of pancreatic adenocarcinoma and improving therapeutic strategies.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 18 or older who have undergone surgery for exocrine pancreatic adenocarcinoma at Centre Léon Bérard since January 2010.

Not a fit: Patients with other types of pancreatic cancer or those who have not had surgery for exocrine pancreatic adenocarcinoma may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding of pancreatic cancer biology and potentially enhance treatment strategies for patients.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific interactions of tumor stroma and pancreatic adenocarcinoma, similar studies have shown promise in understanding tumor biology and improving treatment outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Male or female patient 18 age or older
* Patient operated on for exocrine pancreatic adenocarcinoma at Centre Léon Bérard since 01/01/2010.
* Histological diagnosis of exocrine pancreatic adenocarcinoma confirmed with surgery specimen.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not applicable

Where this trial is running

Lyon

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Exocrine Pancreatic CancerPancreatic cancerImmune infiltrateMolecular alterationsTumor stroma
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.