DISCONTINUED This is a phase 1 study designed to determine the maximum tolerated dose of gemcitabine given concurrently with radiation therapy for locally advanced unresectable pancreatic cancer. Patients with unresectable adenocarcinoma of the pancreas are eligible. Gemcitabine will be administered week IV over 1/2 hour for five weeks. Toxicity is evaluated using RTOG and CTEP standard toxicity criteria.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
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National Cancer Institute (NCI)
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Intramural Research (Z01)
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1Z01SC010054-03
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6163432
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (RO)
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3
Fiscal Year
1998
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National Cancer Institute Division of Clinical Sciences
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