Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Creation of a clinical database for primary nervous system tumors

Official title: Creation of a Clinical Database on Primary Nervous System Tumors

Run by Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle · NCT04516720 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a detailed database to help doctors learn more about primary brain tumors and improve treatment options for patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment1700 (estimated)
SponsorInstitut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Montpellier, Herault)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2018
Main results expectedJanuary 2035
Study endsJanuary 2039
Registry record updatedFebruary 12, 2025
Trial IDNCT04516720 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adult patients aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with primary central nervous system tumors and treated at the Montpellier Cancer Institute.

Probably not a fit

Patients with secondary lesions of the central nervous system or those not affiliated with a social protection scheme may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to create a comprehensive clinical database for patients diagnosed with primary central nervous system tumors (PCNST). It will collect data on the clinical, radiological, and biological characteristics of these tumors, as well as the effects of various oncological treatments and survival rates across different tumor subtypes. The database will facilitate the development of multicentric clinical studies and enhance understanding of rare histological subtypes, which currently have limited knowledge. By analyzing predictive and prognostic factors, the study seeks to improve treatment outcomes for patients with PCNST.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this database could lead to improved treatment strategies and better prognostic assessments for patients with primary nervous system tumors.

How similar studies have gone: While the creation of clinical databases for rare tumors is a common approach, this specific initiative focuses on a comprehensive collection of data for a wide variety of PCNST subtypes, making it a novel effort in this area.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult patient aged ≥ 18, no age limit;
* Diagnosis of Primary central nervous system tumors ;
* Patient treated at the Montpellier Cancer Institute, whatever the treatment received (systemic treatment, radiotherapy or exclusive supportive care);
* For the retrospective part of the study, patient first treated at the Montpellier Cancer Institute between January 1rst, 2004 and the beginning of the prospective part;
* Patient information for the retrospective (patient still alive at the beginning of the study) and prospective study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Secondary lesions of the central nervous system;
* Patient not affiliated to a social protection scheme;
* Subject under tutelage, curatorship or safeguard of justice.

Where it's running

  • Icm Val D'Aurelle
    Montpellier, Herault, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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