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Study to Discover Blood Markers for Infected Pancreatic Necrosis in Adults with Necrotizing Pancreatitis
Led by University of Minnesota · Updated on 2026-07-13
45
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
13 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying acute pancreatitis AP, focusing on patients who develop necrotizing pancreatitis NP, a severe form where pancreatic tissue dies. The study aims to find new blood markers that can predict and diagnose infected pancreatic necrosis IPN, a dangerous complication linked to infection, organ failure, and high mortality. Current methods lack accuracy in early detection, so this research seeks better tools to improve treatment decisions and patient outcomes. This is an observational study where participants diagnosed with NP are followed to observe immune and metabolic changes. The study collects blood samples and clinical data within two weeks of AP onset to identify biomarkers associated with infection. There is no experimental treatment instead, researchers monitor participants locally through healthcare systems to gather relevant information. Participants will undergo assessments over three months, including blood tests to understand immune responses and to find new biomarkers. The study measures how these markers relate to infection in NP and disease progression. The research team tracks participants health and laboratory results during this time to improve knowledge about IPN diagnosis and management.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
DEciphering CIrculating SIgnatures Of Infected Pancreatic Necrosis
Research Team
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Petr Vanek, MD, PhD
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