Observing the effects and progression of chronic pancreatitis
Natural Course and Therapeutic Effect of Chronic Pancreatitis: a Prospect Cohort Study
This study is trying to gather detailed information from people with chronic pancreatitis to see how the condition affects them and improve their diagnosis and treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 5000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Changhai Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality) |
| Trial ID | NCT06925204 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to create a prospective cohort of patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP) to gather comprehensive data that will inform clinical practices. It will collect detailed demographic information, clinical data, medical imaging, biological samples, and follow-up information from participants. The goal is to optimize diagnostic and treatment strategies for CP, which is characterized by abdominal pain and pancreatic dysfunction, significantly affecting patients' quality of life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse to sign informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management and treatment strategies for patients suffering from chronic pancreatitis.
How similar studies have performed: While this study is observational and aims to establish a cohort, similar studies have shown that comprehensive data collection can lead to significant advancements in understanding chronic conditions.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who refuse to sign informed consent.
Where this trial is running
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality
- Changhai Hospital — Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lianghao Hu, M.D.
- Email: lianghao-hu@smmu.edu.cn
- Phone: +86-13817593520
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.