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Pancreatic Cancer Study
The Department of Radiation Oncology is conducting a study on doses of intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) in combination with chemotherapy in patients with unresectable pancreatic cancer. The purpose is to determine the maximum tolerable radiation dose delivered through the more advanced therapy technique, IMRT, while respecting the tolerance of healthy tissue. The long-term goal is to improve control of unresectable pancreatic cancer and quality of life.

Participants must meet the following criteria:
• Be 18 years or older and have proven carcinoma of the pancreas
• Have a tumor that is unresectable or medically inoperable
Participants will be excluded for the following criteria:
• Have a neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas
• Have a history of abdominal radiation therapy

This is a partial list of inclusion and exclusion criteria. For more information, please contact Pierre Philippe at (312) 942-0739.

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Past Issues Discover Rush, 2008 - Summer Pancreatic Cancer Study