Causes of cancer in Scotland

Title: A study looking at the causes of different types of cancer in Scotland

Why is this trial being carried out?

This study is trying to find out more about the causes of different types of cancer including pancreatic cancer. Blood and tissues samples are collected from people with cancer and the study is looking for links between the characteristics of the cancer cells and the treatment outcomes of individuals. It is hoped that this study will help inform the development of improved treatments and it may also provide new information on ways to prevent cancer.

Who is the trial suitable for?

Patients newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer who are waiting to have surgery or a biopsy taken and are being cared for at a hospital within the Lothian University Hospitals Division, Scotland.

Trial centre

Edinburgh

Recruitment start date: June 2006

Recruitment end date: June 2027  

For more information

CancerHelp UK