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Brief Title: HYPAR Trial - Hydrocortisone vs. Pasireotide in Reducing Pancreatic Surgery Complications
Official Title: HYPAR Trial - Hydrocortisone vs Pasireotide in Reducing Pancreatic Fistula and Other Complications After Pancreatic Resection - a Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Trial
Study ID: NCT02775227
Brief Summary: Pancreatic resections carry a high risk for complications, especially pancreatic fistula. Both hydrocortisone and pasireotide have been shown to be effective in reducing complications in earlier RCTs. The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness and safety of these two drugs in preventing complications of pancreatic surgery.
Detailed Description:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligible Ages: ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: ALL
Healthy Volunteers: No
Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, , Finland