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Tissue Adhesive Glue Modified Cyanoacrylate (Glubran® 2) in Soft Pancreas


2025-09-15


2028-09-15


2028-11-15


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Study Overview

Tissue Adhesive Glue Modified Cyanoacrylate (Glubran® 2) in Soft Pancreas

This is a single-center, randomized controlled trial comparing the efficacy of pancreaticojejunostomy with modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate(Glubran® 2) versus standard pancreaticojejunostomy without cyanoacrylate in preventing postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) in patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy with soft pancreatic texture. The primary endpoint is the incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistula at 30 days post-surgery, as defined by the International Study Group on Pancreatic Fistula (ISGPF) criteria.Secondary outcomes include surgical complications and length of hospital stay. The study will enroll approximately 194 patients at a single center.

Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains the most common and serious complication following pancreaticoduodenectomy, with incidence rates reaching up to 56.7% in patients with soft pancreatic texture. The soft pancreatic parenchyma is particularly vulnerable to anastomotic breakdown due to its friable nature and difficulty in achieving secure suturing. N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate is a biodegradable tissue adhesive that polymerizes rapidly upon contact with hydroxide ions in tissue fluids, forming a strong, flexible bond. The application of modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate to pancreaticoenteric anastomoses may reduce the incidence of POPF by providing additional mechanical reinforcement and sealing of minor leaks. This is a phase III, single-center, prospective, randomized controlled trial with parallel groups. Eligible patients will undergo intraoperative assessment of pancreatic texture (soft confirmed by surgeon's palpation). Randomization will occur intraoperatively after resection but before reconstruction, using computer-generated blocks. This study aims to evaluate whether the application of modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate (Glubran® 2) during pancreaticojejunostomy can significantly reduce the incidence of POPF in patients with soft pancreatic texture undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy. Patients will be randomized to receive either standard pancreaticojejunostomy (control group) or pancreaticojejunostomy with modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate application (intervention group). The intervention group will receive 1-2 mL of modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate applied topically to the pancreatic stump and anastomosis site during pancreaticojejunostomy. The control group will receive standard duct-to-mucosa pancreaticojejunostomy without adhesive. All patients will receive standardized perioperative care, including prophylactic antibiotics and drain management per ISGPF guidelines. Follow-up will include daily amylase measurements in drains (days 1,3,5), CT imaging if POPF suspected.

  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Periampullary Cancer
  • Duodenal Cancer
  • Cholangiocarcinoma
  • Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
  • Pancreatic Head Mass
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • DRUG: Pancreaticojejunostomy with Modified N-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Glubran® 2)
  • PROCEDURE: Standard(duct-to-mucosa) Pancreaticojejunostomy
  • 1319/10/2024

Study Record Dates

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Study Registration Dates Results Reporting Dates Study Record Updates

2025-08-27  

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2025-09-14  

2025-09-03  

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2025-09-18  

2025-09-04  

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2025-09  

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

Design Details

Primary Purpose:
Treatment


Allocation:
Randomized


Interventional Model:
Parallel


Masking:
Single


Arms and Interventions

Participant Group/ArmIntervention/Treatment
EXPERIMENTAL: Pancreaticojejunostomy with Modified N-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Glubran® 2)

Patients undergo standard duct-to-mucosa pancreaticojejunostomy with topical application of 1-2 mL modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate to the anastomotic site and surrounding pancreatic parenchyma.

DRUG: Pancreaticojejunostomy with Modified N-Butyl-2-Cyanoacrylate (Glubran® 2)

  • * Standard duct-to-mucosa pancreaticojejunostomy performed * Application of 0.5-1.0 mL modified N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate around the anastomotic site * Adhesive applied circumferentially around the pancreaticojejunal anastomosis * Allow 2-3 minutes for poly
ACTIVE_COMPARATOR: Standard Pancreaticojejunostomy without tissue adhesive application.

Patients undergo duct-to-mucosa pancreaticojejunostomy without additional adhesive following pancreaticoduodenectomy.

PROCEDURE: Standard(duct-to-mucosa) Pancreaticojejunostomy

  • * Patients undergo duct-to-mucosa pancreaticojejunostomy without additional adhesive following pancreaticoduodenectomy. * Standard placement of peritoneal drains * All other aspects of surgical care identical to experimental arm
Primary Outcome MeasuresMeasure DescriptionTime Frame
Incidence of Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula (POPF).Percentage of patients developing postoperative pancreatic fistula as defined by International Study Group on Pancreatic Fistula (ISGPF) criteria. POPF is defined as drain output of any measurable volume of fluid on or after postoperative day 3 with amylase content greater than 3 times the upper normal serum value. Graded as A (biochemical leak), B , or C.30 days post-surgery.
Secondary Outcome MeasuresMeasure DescriptionTime Frame
Time to POPF resolution.Number of days from surgery to complete resolution of pancreatic fistula.90 days post-surgery.
Postoperative complicationsIncidence of delayed gastric emptying, bile leak, wound infection, intra-abdominal abscess, and other complications.30 days post-surgery
Reoperation RatePercentage of patients requiring reoperation for complications.90 days post-surgery.
Length of Hospital StayTotal number of days in hospital following surgery(days).Up to 90 days
Incidence of postpancreatectomy HemorrhagePer International Study Group on Pancreatic Fistula (ISGPS) criteria.30 days post-surgery
Mortality RateAll-cause mortality.90 days post-surgery

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Name: Saleh K Saleh, MD

Phone Number: +201201765401

Email: salehkhairy@mu.edu.eg

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person’s general health condition or prior treatments.

Ages Eligible for Study:
ALL

Sexes Eligible for Study:
18 Years

Accepts Healthy Volunteers:

    Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients scheduled for elective pancreaticoduodenectomy for malignant lesions.
  • Intraoperative confirmation of soft pancreatic texture (by surgeon palpation; friable, non-fibrotic pancreas).
  • Age 18-75 years .
  • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 0-2.
  • Adequate organ function defined as:

  • Hemoglobin ≥ 9.0 g/dL Absolute neutrophil count ≥ 1,500/μL Platelet count ≥ 100,000/μL Total bilirubin ≤ 3 times upper limit of normal Alanine transaminase (ALT) /Alanine transaminase (ALT)( ≤ 5 times upper limit of normal Serum creatinine ≤ 1.5 times upper limit of normal

  • Informed consent provided.
  • Willingness to comply with study procedures and follow-up requirements.

  • Exclusion Criteria:

  • Hard pancreatic texture (intraoperative surgeon assessment).
  • Emergency surgery.
  • Previous pancreatic surgery or pancreatic anastomosis.
  • Intraoperative identification of unresectable disease
  • Known allergy to cyanoacrylate or components.
  • Pregnancy or lactation.
  • Active infection or sepsis.
  • Inability to comply with follow-up.

Collaborators and Investigators

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    • PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR: Saleh K Saleh, MD, Minia University

    Publications

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    General Publications

    • Bassi C, Marchegiani G, Dervenis C, Sarr M, Abu Hilal M, Adham M, Allen P, Andersson R, Asbun HJ, Besselink MG, Conlon K, Del Chiaro M, Falconi M, Fernandez-Cruz L, Fernandez-Del Castillo C, Fingerhut A, Friess H, Gouma DJ, Hackert T, Izbicki J, Lillemoe KD, Neoptolemos JP, Olah A, Schulick R, Shrikhande SV, Takada T, Takaori K, Traverso W, Vollmer CM, Wolfgang CL, Yeo CJ, Salvia R, Buchler M; International Study Group on Pancreatic Surgery (ISGPS). The 2016 update of the International Study Group (ISGPS) definition and grading of postoperative pancreatic fistula: 11 Years After. Surgery. 2017 Mar;161(3):584-591. doi: 10.1016/j.surg.2016.11.014. Epub 2016 Dec 28.
    • Gaspar AF, Kemp R, Sankarankutty AK, Lopes Junior JR, Filho JAF, Avezum VAPAF, de Assis Mota G, Nunes AA, Dos Santos JS. Influence on Postoperative Results and Cost-effectiveness of Using Cyanoacrylate Glue for Pancreaticojejunal Anastomosis After Duodenopancreatectomy. Pancreas. 2025 Aug 1;54(7):e610-e617. doi: 10.1097/MPA.0000000000002479.