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Chemoprevention With Tamoxifen in Pre-Invasive Pancreas Mucinous Cystic Neoplasms Not Undergoing Immediate Resection
Sponsor: University of Nebraska
Summary
Pancreatic mucinous cystic neoplasm (MCN) is a precursor to invasive pancreatic adenocarcinoma which occurs almost exclusively in females in their 5th-7th decade. Currently the only option for MCN treatment and prevention of invasive pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) is oncologic resection. The clinical features of pancreatic MCN support the influence of sex hormones in the pathogenesis of the disease. Anti-hormonal therapy may therefore constitute an effective approach to treatment. Preliminary analyses from preclinical studies suggest that tamoxifen inhibits the spread and normal life cycle in MCN epithelial cells and fibroblasts. Investigators hypothesize that in humans, treatment with tamoxifen will lead to cyst regression or stabilization and may spare or delay the need for resection. Up to 15 participants not undergoing immediate resection will be enrolled and take tamoxifen orally for up to 24 weeks. The study will assess the feasibility of tamoxifen as a treatment for pancreatic MCN.
Official title: A Pilot Study of Chemoprevention With Tamoxifen in Patients With Pre-Invasive Pancreas Mucinous Cystic Neoplasms Who Will Not Undergo Immediate Resection
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
19 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
15
Start Date
2025-01-22
Completion Date
2027-05
Last Updated
2025-06-08
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Tamoxifen 20mg
Tamoxifen is a nonsteroidal antiestrogen for oral administration.
Locations (1)
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska, United States