RecruitingNCT06519500

Generation of Organoids of Neuroendocrine Neoplasms of the Gastro-Entero-Pancreatic Tract Obtained From Patients Undergoing Surgery


Sponsor

Regina Elena Cancer Institute

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Mar 3, 2023

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Observational, prospective, feasibility pilot study of the preparation of organoids starting from tumor tissue and surrounding healthy tissue, collected during surgery, performed according to standard clinical practice.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is collecting tumor tissue from patients having surgery for neuroendocrine tumors of the digestive system (stomach, intestine, or pancreas) to grow miniature tumor models in the lab called "organoids," which can help researchers test treatments. **You may be eligible if...** - You are over 18 years old - You have been diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor of the digestive system (confirmed by biopsy or a special PET scan) - You are having surgery and enough tissue will be available for lab research - You are willing to sign informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have previously received chemotherapy Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Locations(1)

"Regina Elena" National Cancer Institute

Rome, Italy

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