Exploring genetic factors in malignant pleural mesothelioma
Official title: Genetic Susceptibility in MAlignant Pleural Mesothelioma: Clinical Implication of GermliNE variaTionS
Run by Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia · NCT06886672 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see if certain genetic factors make people more likely to develop malignant pleural mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | immunotherapy |
| Locations | 2 sites (Pavia, Pavia and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 15, 2023 |
| Main results expected | February 28, 2025 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | March 20, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06886672 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with a documented diagnosis of malignant pleural mesothelioma or former asbestos-exposed healthy individuals.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients without a history of asbestos exposure or those under 18 years old 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 observational study investigates the genetic susceptibility of individuals to malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), particularly focusing on germline variations and their clinical implications. The study aims to understand how asbestos exposure interacts with genetic predispositions to influence the development of MPM. By analyzing patients diagnosed with MPM and former asbestos-exposed healthy subjects, the research seeks to uncover potential genetic markers that could inform future therapeutic strategies. The study is set in the Pavia province, an area with ongoing asbestos exposure and a rising incidence of MPM.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding of genetic factors in MPM, potentially guiding personalized treatment approaches.
How similar studies have gone: While the role of germline changes in MPM is largely unexplored, similar studies in other cancers have shown promising results in identifying genetic predispositions.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria Cohort A: * Patient with a documented diagnosis of MPM (any disease stage and independently from chemo line treatment) * Age ≥ 18 years (there is no upper age limit). * Patient who gives their informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria Cohort A: * No exclusion criteria Inclusion Criteria Cohort B: * Former asbestos exposed healthy subjects * Age ≥ 18 years (there is no upper age limit). * Subject who gives their informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria Cohort B: * No exclusion criteria
Where it's running
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Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo
Pavia, Pavia, Italy Recruiting -
IRCCS Istituti Clinici Maugeri, Medicina del Lavoro
Pavia, Pavia, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Giulia Maria Stella, MD
- Email: g.stella@smatteo.pv.it
- Phone: +390382503369
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.