Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 18 to 75

Genotype-guided treatment for newly diagnosed peripheral T-cell lymphoma

Official title: Guidance-04:T-cell Lymphoma Series:A Genotype-guided Therapy in Newly Diagnosed Patients With Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma (THEORY Study)

Run by Ruijin Hospital · NCT05675813 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using genetic information to guide treatment can help people with newly diagnosed peripheral T-cell lymphoma respond better to standard chemotherapy.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
Enrollment264 (estimated)
SponsorRuijin Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionscyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, prednisone, Brentuximab, chemotherapy
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 13, 2023
Main results expectedJuly 15, 2026
Study endsJuly 15, 2028
Registry record updatedJanuary 8, 2024
Trial IDNCT05675813 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals with histologically-confirmed peripheral T-cell lymphoma who can provide tumor tissue for genetic analysis.

Probably not a fit

Patients with anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), central nervous system lymphoma, or those with uncontrolled comorbidities 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 clinical trial investigates the efficacy and safety of genotype-guided targeted therapies combined with standard chemotherapy (CHOP) in patients with newly diagnosed peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL). It consists of two phases: Phase I focuses on determining the recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) of oral targeted agents through a dose escalation method, while Phase II is a randomized controlled trial comparing the genotype-guided treatment (CHOP-X2) to standard CHOP. Patients will receive standard CHOP for the first cycle, followed by genetic testing to tailor subsequent treatment based on tumor characteristics. The goal is to improve response rates and overall survival in this challenging patient population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance treatment outcomes for patients with peripheral T-cell lymphoma by personalizing therapy based on genetic profiles.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promise in using genotype-guided approaches in similar contexts, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Histologically-confirmed Peripheral T-cell lymphoma
* Availability of archival or freshly collected tumor tissue before study enrollment enough for NGS
* Evaluable lesion by PET-CT or CT scan
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status of 0, 1, or 2
* Life expectancy greater than or equal to (\>/=) 3 months
* Informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with ALCL and cutaneous TCL
* Patients with central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma
* History of malignancies except for basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma of the skin or carcinoma in situ of the cervix
* Uncontrolled cardio- and cerebro-vascular disease, blood clotting disorders, connective tissue diseases, serious infectious diseases and other diseases
* Laboratory measures meet the following criteria at screening (unless caused by lymphoma):

Neutrophils\<1.0×10\^9/L Platelets\<75×10\^9/L (Platelets\<50×10\^9/L in case of bone marrow involvement) ALT or AST is 2.5 times higher than the upper limits of normal (ULN), AKP and bilirubin are 1.5 times higher than the ULN.

Creatinine is 1.5 times higher than the ULN.

* HIV-infected patients
* Active hepatitis infection
* Patients with psychiatric disorders or patients who are known or suspected to be unable to fully comply with the study protocol
* Pregnant or lactation
* Other medical conditions determined by the researchers that may affect the study For T3 should exclude patiens with active autoimmune disease

Where it's running

  • Ruijin hospital
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    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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