Copenhagen Pancreatic Cancer Observational Study
Official title: Copenhagen Pancreatic Cancer Study (COPAN)
Run by Herlev Hospital · NCT06713525 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study follows real-world pancreatic cancer patients over time to understand how the disease is diagnosed and treated and how these factors relate to outcomes and quality of life.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 8000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Herlev Hospital Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Herlev) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 2, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 16, 2035 |
| Study ends | December 16, 2036 |
| Registry record updated | September 4, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06713525 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults with histologically confirmed pancreatic cancer treated or diagnosed in the Copenhagen area and who have or will receive standard diagnostic and treatment care.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients whose care does not align with typical treatment pathways or who have limited data contribution may see little direct benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This is an observational study conducted in Copenhagen that collects longitudinal data from patients with histologically confirmed pancreatic cancer. It combines prospective and retrospective elements to map the diagnostic and treatment journey, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, and to identify factors linked to outcomes and quality of life. The study aims to describe patient demographics, disease characteristics, treatments, and survival and complication rates to highlight unmet needs in care. Data will come from multiple sources to allow analysis of prognostic and predictive factors in a real-world setting.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Findings could improve understanding of real-world treatment patterns and help tailor care to improve outcomes and quality of life for pancreatic cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other real-world observational studies in pancreatic cancer have yielded valuable insights into treatment patterns and outcomes, supporting the value of this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Histologically confirmed pancreatic cancer Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where it's running
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Department of Oncology
Herlev, Denmark Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Inna Markovna Inna Markovna Chen, MD, Herlev & Gentofte Hospital, MD
- Email: Inna.Chen@regionh.dk
- Phone: +45 3868-2898
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.