Evaluating the survival impact of chemotherapy after surgery for Stage I pancreatic cancer

The Survival Outcome of Adjuvant Chemotherapy for Stage I Pancreatic Cancer Stratified by Pathologic Risk Factors

Observational Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital · NCT06208436

This study is trying to see if chemotherapy after surgery can help people with Stage I pancreatic cancer live longer.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment250 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorTianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Tianjin, Tianjin)
Trial IDNCT06208436 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the effects of adjuvant chemotherapy on the survival rates of patients diagnosed with Stage I pancreatic cancer who have undergone surgical resection. It aims to stratify patients based on pathologic risk factors to better understand the potential benefits of chemotherapy in this specific population. By analyzing data from patients treated between 2010 and 2021, the study seeks to provide insights into the effectiveness of chemotherapy in improving outcomes for these patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have undergone surgical resection for pathologically confirmed Stage I pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).

Not a fit: Patients who have more advanced disease stages, received neoadjuvant therapy, or experienced perioperative mortality are unlikely to benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide evidence supporting the use of adjuvant chemotherapy to enhance survival rates in patients with Stage I pancreatic cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success with adjuvant chemotherapy in pancreatic cancer, but this specific focus on Stage I patients is less commonly explored.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patients who underwent surgical resection and were pathologically diagnosed as PDAC between 2010 and 2021.

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Exclusion Criteria: Patients with pN1-N2, patients with pT3-T4, patients with distant metastasis, patients who received neoadjuvant therapy, patients with R1 resection, and patients who died due to perioperative mortality within 30 days.

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Where this trial is running

Tianjin, Tianjin

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 Pancreas CancerChemotherapy
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.