Observational study of localized osteosarcoma characteristics and treatments

Multicenter Observational Study on the Treatment of Patients With Localized Osteosarcoma

Observational Italian Sarcoma Group · NCT04890067

This study is looking at the characteristics and treatments of people with localized osteosarcoma to see how well current therapies work and to help improve future care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment120 (estimated)
AgesN/A to 40 Years
SexAll
SponsorItalian Sarcoma Group Research network
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, methotrexate
Locations16 sites (Aviano, Pordenone and 15 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04890067 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to collect demographic, clinical, surgical, pathological, and molecular data from patients diagnosed with localized osteosarcoma. It focuses on individuals treated according to the AIEOP/Italian Sarcoma Group OS 2021 guidelines, which include a combination of chemotherapy and surgical intervention. The study will gather information on treatment outcomes and characteristics to enhance understanding of this rare disease. By documenting these factors, the study seeks to improve future treatment protocols for localized osteosarcoma.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 40 years or younger diagnosed with high-grade localized osteosarcoma.

Not a fit: Patients with metastatic osteosarcoma or those with specific types of osteosarcoma such as periosteal or parosteal may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies and outcomes for patients with localized osteosarcoma.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on osteosarcoma treatment, this observational approach focusing on localized cases and comprehensive data collection is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of high grade OS of the extremities
* Age at diagnosis ≤ 40 years at the time of diagnosis
* Localized disease (skip metastases are allowed)
* Adequate organ function according the AIEOP/ISG OS 2021 recommendation
* Patients or parents oe guardians of minors who have given their written informed consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of metastases
* Diagnosis of periosteal OS, of parosteal OS or secondary OS
* Any medical condition which can not allowed the use of the treatments recommended by AIEOP/ISG OS 2021

Where this trial is running

Aviano, Pordenone and 15 other locations

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 Localized OsteosarcomaOsteosarcoma
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