Biobank for pancreatic adenocarcinoma research

Anatomical-Clinical Base of Adenocarcinoma Pancreatic

Observational University Hospital, Toulouse · NCT06128343

This study is collecting samples and information from people with pancreatic cancer to help find better ways to diagnose and treat the disease.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 120 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Toulouse Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations8 sites (Béthune and 7 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06128343 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

BACAP-2 is a prospective biobank focused on collecting clinical data and biological samples from patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma. The study aims to enhance the existing BACAP collection to support future research projects aimed at improving diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer. It addresses the challenges of timely diagnosis and the need for new therapeutic targets by analyzing fresh tumor tissue and somatic genetic data. The ultimate goal is to develop new diagnostic tools and understand tumor development and chemotherapy responses.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients with a histologically or cytologically proven diagnosis of pancreatic adenocarcinoma or those with pancreatic mass syndrome undergoing specific imaging studies.

Not a fit: Patients with pancreatic tumors that are not adenocarcinomas or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment options for patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on biobanks for cancer research have shown success in advancing understanding and treatment options, making this approach promising.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient with pancreatic mass syndrome explored by ultrasound endoscopy with cytopuncture or
* Patient with pancreatic mass syndrome explored by an abdominal scanner with and without injection of product contrast and/or puncture of the mass or secondary lesions by radiological route or
* Patient with pancreatic adenocarcinoma proven histologically and/or cytologically

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient with a pancreatic tumor whose analysis histological is not an adenocarcinoma
* Pregnant or breastfeeding patient

Where this trial is running

Béthune and 7 other locations

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 AdenocarcinomaCarcinomaNeoplasmsfine-needle aspirationendoscopic ultrasonographyepidemiologybiobankDNA tumors
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.