Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Identifying new genes linked to hereditary uveal melanoma

Official title: Identification of New Candidate Genes for Hereditary Predisposition to Uveal Melanoma

Run by Centre Jean Perrin · NCT06550674 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find new genes that might make families more likely to get uveal melanoma, a type of eye cancer, to help improve care and monitoring for those affected.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Jean Perrin
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dôme)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 29, 2024
Main results expectedApril 2028
Study endsApril 2028
Registry record updatedMarch 19, 2026
Trial IDNCT06550674 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with a personal history of uveal melanoma who are currently diagnosed, undergoing treatment, or in follow-up care.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have already been identified with pathogenic variations in the BAP1 or MBD4 genes 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 identify new candidate genes that may contribute to hereditary predisposition to uveal melanoma, a type of eye cancer. Currently, only 20% of familial cases are explained by known genetic factors, suggesting that other hereditary predispositions exist. By conducting constitutional exome analysis on patients with a history of uveal melanoma, the researchers hope to uncover additional genetic markers that could inform better surveillance and management for affected families.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved genetic screening and surveillance for families at risk of uveal melanoma.

How similar studies have gone: While the identification of new genetic factors is a common goal in cancer research, this specific approach to uveal melanoma is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient with a personal history of uveal melanoma (newly diagnosed, under treatment or in follow-up)
* Enrolled in or benefiting from a social security scheme

Exclusion Criteria:

* Causal pathogenic variation identified in BAP1 or MBD4
* Patient does not consent to constitutional genetic analysis for diagnostic purposes
* Patient not consenting to a constitutional genetic analysis for research purposes
* Pregnant and breast-feeding women
* Patients under guardianship or trusteeship

Where it's running

  • Centre Jean PERRIN
    Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dôme, 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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.