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

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

Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ruijin Hospital · NCT05675813

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
Enrollment264 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorRuijin Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionscyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, prednisone, Brentuximab, chemotherapy
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
Trial IDNCT05675813 on ClinicalTrials.gov

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.

Who should consider this trial

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

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.

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

Eligibility criteria

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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 this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality

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 Peripheral T Cell LymphomaBiomarker-drivenGenetic subtypesComplete response ratePhase 1/2Precision medicine
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.