Research
What research is being done for pancreatic cancer treatments and screenings today? The next life-saving treatment for the disease may be on the horizon. These articles highlight the latest in pancreatic cancer research.
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A Combination of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy and Radiation Shows Promise
Dr. Alok Khorana discusses the results of clinical trials of neoadjuvant chemotherapy and radiation to make surgery more effective.
A New Combination Chemotherapy Before Surgery
A new clinical trial adds vitamin D to standard of care chemotherapy before surgery, to make pancreatic cancer tumors more removable.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy with Modified FOLFIRINOX Regimen Improves Survival
A French clinical trial showed that adjuvant chemotherapy (given after surgery) with modified FOLFIRINOX improves survival of pancreatic cancer patients.
A Potential Role for PARP Inhibitors in Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Michael Pishvaian leads research into the possible role of PARP inhibitors in treating pancreatic cancer patients with certain genetic mutations.
Early Detection Trial for People at Higher Risk of Pancreatic Cancer
Relatives of pancreatic cancer patients or people who carry certain mutations can participate in an early detection clinical trial.
Multicenter Trial Focuses on Neoadjuvant Treatment for Borderline Resectable and Locally Advanced Disease
Dr. David Ryan outlines a new trial for pre-surgical pancreatic cancer treatment combining a blood pressure drug, immunotherapy, standard care and SBRT.
Testing the Effectiveness of Immunotherapy Added to a New Drug Combination
Researchers are testing a drug combination that adds immunotherapy to standard drugs used to treat pancreatic cancer and an antimalarial drug.
Finding the Best Dose of Radiation and an Experimental Drug
A clinical trial looks for the best dose of an experimental drug to combat the mouth sores that are a side effect of stereotactic body radiation therapy.
The Promise of Organoids
Dr. Brian Wolpin explains how organoids are being used to develop personalized treatment for pancreatic cancer patients.
Immunology Researchers Solve a Mystery of Metastasis
Physician and researcher Douglas Fearon and his lab have a possible explanation for how cancer cells metastasize, and the role surgery may play in this process.
Testing Immunotherapy for Safety Before and After Pancreatic Cancer Removal
Researchers are testing a new monoclonal antibody to see if it helps patients with pancreatic tumors that can be surgically removed.
Collaborative Multi-Center Immunotherapy Trial Targets CD40 and PD-1
Dr. Mark O’Hara outlines a collaborative clinical trial of two immunotherapy agents–a checkpoint inhibitor and a monoclonal antibody–plus standard chemotherapy.
Targeting Cancer Metabolism
Researchers from Tyme Technologies are focusing on cancer cell metabolism, particularly tyrosine, as a way to kill cancer cells.
Testing a New Drug on Advanced Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors
In a clinical trial, the new drug sapanisertib is being tested for its effectiveness against pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (PNETs).
Genetic Testing Can Help Those You Love
Dr. Fay Kastrinos, director of the Muzzi Mirza Pancreatic Cancer Prevention and Genetics Program at Columbia University Medical Center, explains the value of genetic testing for cancer prevention and treatment.