MSCAN: ctDNA Methylation as Prognostic and Theranostic Tool for Pancreatic Cancer

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
AgeNot listed
SponsorYingbin Liu, MD, PhD, FACS

About this trial

Developing a characteristic ctDNA methylation panel for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and establishing an intelligent diagnostic and dynamic monitoring model based on ctDNA methylation.

Eligibility criteria

This trial does not accept healthy volunteers

Qualifiers

Age range between 18 and 80 years old;

Identification of pancreatic space-occupying lesions through imaging examinations, with a high suspicion of pancreatic malignant tumors and planned for surgical treatment or tissue biopsy for pathological confirmation;

According to RECIST 1.1 evaluation criteria, having at least one measurable lesion (the longest diameter of the target lesion on spiral CT scan ≥10mm);

Ability to provide tumor tissue and blood samples;

Disqualifiers

Unable to provide tumor tissue and blood samples;

Previously received molecular targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or anti-tumor radiochemotherapy before this study;

History of malignancies other than pancreatic malignancy;

Presence of other severe diseases, including but not limited to uncontrolled congestive heart failure (NYHA class III or IV), unstable angina, poorly controlled arrhythmias, uncontrolled moderate to severe hypertension (SBP > 160mmHg or DBP > 100mmHg);

Trial population

The study population comprises individuals meeting inclusion criteria and not meeting any exclusion criteria.

Trial design

Design model

Case-control

Time perspective

Other

Treatments tested in this trial

Not listed

Trial groups

1,000 Participants
are grouped into 2 trial groups
Group A: benign
Group B: malignant

Trial outcomes

Primary outcomes

1

Sensitivity and Specificity of ctDNA in Early Screening for Pancreatic Cancer

Measured using a targeted DNA methylation panel for ctDNA in plasma. The presence or absence of cancer will be confirmed by histopathological diagnosis. Sensitivity and specificity will be calculated using standard diagnostic test evaluation against the gold-standard diagnosis. "Early-stage" is defined as stage I or II pancreatic cancer confirmed by imaging and pathology.

Time frame
Up to 2 years from start of study
2

Sensitivity and Specificity of ctDNA Methylation Test for Detection of Postoperative Recurrence

Measured using plasma ctDNA methylation profiles collected at scheduled postoperative time points (e.g., every 3 months). Recurrence will be confirmed by imaging (CT/MRI) or biopsy when clinically indicated. Diagnostic accuracy (sensitivity/specificity) will be evaluated by comparing ctDNA results to confirmed recurrence status.

Time frame
Up to 2 years from start of study

Secondary outcomes

1

Progression-Free Survival (PFS) Based on Imaging and Clinical Assessment

PFS will be calculated from the date of enrollment to the date of disease progression or death from any cause. Disease progression will be assessed using RECIST 1.1 criteria via CT/MRI scans performed every 3-6 months.

Time frame
Up to 3 years from start of study
2

Overall Survival (OS)

Overall survival will be defined as the time from enrollment to death from any cause. Survival status will be monitored every 3 months through clinic visits or phone follow-up.

Time frame
Up to 3 years from start of study
3

Early and Late Imaging Data

CT and/or MRI imaging will be used to measure tumor size, vascular invasion, and metastasis at baseline and every 3-6 months. Data will be used to assess tumor response, progression, or recurrence.

Time frame
Up to 3 years from start of study
4

Levels of Serum Tumor Biomarkers (CA19-9, CEA) in Early-Stage Pancreatic Cancer

Serum levels of CA19-9 and CEA will be measured at baseline and during follow-up visits using standard immunoassays. Biomarker trends will be analyzed to assess correlation with disease stage, treatment response, and recurrence.

Time frame
Up to 3 years from start of study

Other outcomes

Sponsors and contacts

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Yingbin Liu, MD, PhD, FACS

Lead sponsor

Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Sponsor institution

Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Collaborator

Ruijin Hospital

Collaborator

Changhai Hospital

Collaborator