Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the tissues of the pancreas, often leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, weight loss, and jaundice. It can be aggressive and is often diagnosed at an advanced stage.
Pancreatic Cancer: Islet Cell Transplantation After Surgery
We are studying the effects of removing part or all of the pancreas and transplanting the patient's own islet cells in patients with pancreatic cancer at high risk for complications. The goal is to see if this approach improves safety and quality of life.
What diseases are being studied?
Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.
Who can participate in the clinical trial?
These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..
- Are you at least 18 years old?
- Do you have a confirmed diagnosis of periampullary cancer?
- Are you currently pregnant or breastfeeding?
- Do you have diabetes that requires insulin treatment?
- Are you planning to have any surgery besides the Whipple surgery?
What experimental substances are being tested?
Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.
Autologous Pancreatic Islets
Where is the clinical trial being conducted?
Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.
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Technische Universitat Dresden
Department of Internal Medicine 3
Dresden, Germany
Sponsor: Technische Universitat Dresden
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025
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