Analyzing blood abnormalities in children with RAS mutations

Hematological Anomalies in Children With Rasopathy

Observational Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT04286360

This study looks at blood issues in children with RAS mutations to see how these problems develop over time and to help improve their care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment300 (estimated)
AgesN/A to 15 Years
SexAll
SponsorAssistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Academic / other
Locations14 sites (Angers and 13 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04286360 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on children diagnosed with RASopathies, such as Noonan syndrome, to investigate various hematological anomalies that may arise. It aims to analyze peripheral blood cell counts and smears at diagnosis and one year later, tracking the incidence, age of occurrence, and evolution of these abnormalities. The study includes biobanking for patients under three years of age to facilitate further research. The findings will help establish guidelines for screening and follow-up care in affected children.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are children under 16 years old with a newly diagnosed genetically confirmed RASopathy.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of hematological malignancy will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the understanding and management of hematological issues in children with RASopathies, potentially preventing severe complications.

How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored hematological anomalies in related conditions, this specific longitudinal approach to RASopathies is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \< 16 years
* Patient newly diagnosed with genetically confirmed rasopathy : Noonan syndrome, type 1 neurofibromatosis, Noonan syndrome with multiple lentigines, CBL syndrome, Costello syndrome, cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome or Legius syndrome i.e. with a germline mutation of one of these genes: PTPN11, SOS1, NRAS, RAF1, BRAF, SHOC2, MEK1, MEK2, CBL, NF1, SPRED1, KRAS, HRAS, NF1, SHOC2, LZTR1, SOS2, RIT1, RASA2, RRAS, PPP1CB, or a new gene of interest published during the recruitment period
* No history of hematological malignancy
* Written informed consent obtained from the parents
* Health insurance

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of malignant hematological pathology

Where this trial is running

Angers and 13 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions RAS MutationRASopathie
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.