Clinical trial for EGFR Activating Mutation
Official title CSF Analysis in EGFR Mutant Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer With Leptomeningeal Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05257967
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if the genetic changes in cancer cells found in spinal fluid are different from those found in blood.
- Who it's for
- This study is looking for people with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord.
- What's involved
- Participants will provide blood and spinal fluid samples so researchers can test them for specific cancer genes.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the total duration or number of visits required.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Subject age is greater than or equal to 18 years at the time of signature of informed consent.
- Histologically or cytologically confirmed metastatic EGFR mutant NSCLC.
- Leptomeningeal disease based on brain MRI or CSF cytology.
- ECOG 0-3.
- Life expectancy of at least 8 weeks.
You likely can't join if
- Inability to undergo a lumbar puncture due to thrombocytopenia, bleeding disorders, as well as inability to cooperate or consent to procedure.
- people who are otherwise felt by the treating clinician to be unfit to proceed with this protocol.
- MRI spine demonstrating spinal leptomeningeal disease preventing a safe lumbar puncture.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Subject age is greater than or equal to 18 years at the time of signature of informed consent.
- Histologically or cytologically confirmed metastatic EGFR mutant NSCLC.
- Leptomeningeal disease based on brain MRI or CSF cytology.
- ECOG 0-3.
- Life expectancy of at least 8 weeks.
- Adequate hematologic and end organ function for testing.
- Ability to give informed consent for the study procedures defined in this protocol.
- Inability to undergo a lumbar puncture due to thrombocytopenia, bleeding disorders, as well as inability to cooperate or consent to procedure.
- people who are otherwise felt by the treating clinician to be unfit to proceed with this protocol.
- MRI spine demonstrating spinal leptomeningeal disease preventing a safe lumbar puncture.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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