RNA Sequencing of Solid and Cystic Lesions of the Pancreas

Oregon Health and Science University72 enrolled

Overview

The nature of cysts and solid masses in the pancreas can be difficult to diagnose. They may be benign, precancerous, or cancer. Current tests such as cytology (looking under a microscope) and tumor markers do not always give us the answer. The investigators are looking for genetic markers on biopsy specimens from the pancreas that will give us a better test for diagnosis. This study is only for diagnosing these lesions. The investigators are not treating any patients.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Pancreas Cyst Pancreas Mass

Interventions

pancreas biopsyPROCEDURE

patients who are already having a pancreas biopsy will be invited to enroll. After obtaining enough tissue for usual medical care, we will divert some tissue for the study.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * greater than 18 years old, * not pregnant, * referred for endoscopic ultrasound, * have a cyst or mass of the pancreas needing diagnosis. Exclusion Criteria: * pregnant, * less than age 18, * no mass or cyst found.

Locations (2)

Providence St Vincent Hospital

Portland, Oregon, United States

Oregon Health and Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Gene classifier that will classify lesions as benign or malignant with 95% certainty

Time frame: 2 years

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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