Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

National registry study on adult pulmonary Langerhans cell histiocytosis

Official title: Enquête épidémiologique Sur la prévalence et le Pronostic de l'Histiocytose Langerhansienne Pulmonaire de l'Adulte en France

Run by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT04665674 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at the long-term health and survival of adults with pulmonary Langerhans cell histiocytosis to see what factors might affect their outcomes.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorAssistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Paris)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2004
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2034
Study endsDecember 31, 2035
Registry record updatedDecember 17, 2020
Trial IDNCT04665674 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 years and older with a confirmed diagnosis of pulmonary Langerhans cell histiocytosis.

Probably not a fit

Patients with alternative diagnoses or those under 18 years of age 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 evaluate the long-term outcomes, particularly survival, of adult patients diagnosed with pulmonary Langerhans cell histiocytosis (PLCH). It is the first prospective cohort study in this field, utilizing a nationwide registry in France to gather data from a large cohort of PLCH patients. Participants will be followed over an extended period to identify risk factors that influence long-term outcomes. The study will rely on standard care interventions while focusing on observational data collection.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term prognosis and management of patients with pulmonary Langerhans cell histiocytosis.

How similar studies have gone: This study is novel as it is the first prospective evaluation of long-term outcomes in PLCH patients, and similar studies in other histiocytosis conditions have shown promising results.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \>= 18 years
* Diagnosis of PLCH was either histologically confirmed on a biopsy of an involved tissue, or based on the combination of the following criteria: 1) an appropriate clinical picture; 2) a typical nodulo-cystic pattern on lung high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and 3) exclusion of alternative diagnoses

Exclusion Criteria:

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Where it's running

  • French national reference centre for Histiocytoses
    Paris, 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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