Understanding pancreatic complications after surgery

Interest of Metabolomic and Immune Profiling in the Development of Pancreatic Fistulas After Duodenopancreatectomy

Observational Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon · NCT06283160

This study is trying to find out what causes complications like pancreatic fistulas and pancreatitis after surgery in patients having pancreatic surgery, by looking at their blood and a small piece of their pancreas.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment80 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon Academic / other
Locations1 site (Besançon)
Trial IDNCT06283160 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to identify predictive biomarkers and risk factors for pancreatic fistulas and post-pancreatectomy acute pancreatitis in patients undergoing elective pancreaticoduodenectomy. By profiling circulating metabolites and assessing the immune status of patients, the study seeks to enhance understanding of the physiopathology behind these complications. Participants will have a small sample of non-tumoral pancreatic tissue collected during surgery for analysis. The findings could lead to the development of preventive measures for these serious post-surgical complications.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adult patients scheduled for elective pancreaticoduodenectomy who are affiliated with the French social security system.

Not a fit: Patients undergoing emergency surgery or those who are pregnant will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved prevention strategies for pancreatic complications after surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using metabolomics for this purpose is promising, it is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in similar studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* patients scheduled to undergo elective pancreaticoduodenectomy
* Non-opposition of the subject to participate in the study.
* Affiliated to the French social security system (CMU included).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Emergent surgery.
* Pregnant patients.
* Refusal to participate or inability to provide informed consent.
* Patient under legal protection (individuals under guardianship by court order).

Where this trial is running

Besançon

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 Pancreatic FistulaAcute PancreatitisPancreatoduodenectomyMetabolomicsImmune responsePancreatic fistulapancreatoduodenectomy
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.