Registry for patients with childhood brain tumors and related conditions

KRANIOPHARYNGEOM Registry 2019 Multicenter Registry for Patients With Childhood-onset Craniopharyngioma, Xanthogranuloma, Cysts of Rathke's Pouch, Meningioma, Pituitary Adenoma, Arachnoid Cysts

Klinikum Oldenburg gGmbH · NCT04158284

This study is collecting information about kids with brain tumors and related conditions to better understand their treatment and quality of life over time.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment90 (estimated)
Ages1 Day to 18 Years
SexAll
SponsorKlinikum Oldenburg gGmbH (other)
Locations1 site (Oldenburg, Niedersachsen)
Trial IDNCT04158284 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This registry aims to collect and analyze data on the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients diagnosed with craniopharyngioma and other related conditions such as xanthogranuloma and pituitary adenoma. It focuses on patients aged 18 years or younger and seeks to improve understanding of these conditions over time. The data collected will help in assessing the quality of life and treatment outcomes for these patients. The study is observational and does not involve any specific interventions.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients diagnosed with craniopharyngioma for the first time who are 18 years old or younger.

Not a fit: Patients diagnosed with craniopharyngioma after the age of 18 or those with different diagnoses will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance the understanding of childhood brain tumors and improve treatment strategies, ultimately benefiting patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on registries for childhood brain tumors have shown promise in improving patient care and outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Diagnosed with craniopharyngioma for the first time
2. Age at diagnosis 18 years or less of age
3. Agreement from patient's parents or legal guardian as well as the patient

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Age at diagnosis over 18 years of age
2. Diagnosis different from craniopharyngioma

Where this trial is running

Oldenburg, Niedersachsen

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.

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Conditions: Craniopharyngioma, Obesity, Quality of life, Endocrinology, Oncology, Hypothalamus, Irradiation, Neurosurgery

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.