Pancreatic Head Cancer: Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Study

We are exploring whether giving chemotherapy before surgery helps improve survival for patients with resectable pancreatic head cancer compared to surgery alone. This study aims to find better treatment strategies to reduce early mortality.

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..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Calcium Folinate
Calcium folinate helps protect the body from side effects of some chemotherapy drugs and restores folate (vitamin B9) levels.
Capecitabine
Capecitabine is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat certain cancers, including breast and colon cancer.
Irinotecan
Irinotecan is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat certain cancers, especially colorectal cancer.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Calcium Folinate
Calcium folinate is a form of folate used to treat folate deficiency and reduce harmful effects of some chemotherapy.
Capecitabine
Capecitabine is a substance that helps stop certain cancers from growing, commonly used for breast and colorectal cancer.
Fluorouracil
Fluorouracil is a substance used to treat cancer by stopping the growth of cancer cells.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Antrex
Buateron
Calcifolin

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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Haukeland University Hospital
Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Bergen, Norway
Oslo University Hospital HF
Department of Hepato Pancreato Biliary Surgery
Oslo, Norway
Helse Stavanger HF
Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Stavanger, Norway

Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital HF
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.