Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Registry for patients with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma and Diffuse Midline Glioma

Official title: International Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG)/Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG) Registry and Repository

Run by Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati · NCT03101813 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a registry to collect information and tissue samples from patients with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma and Diffuse Midline Glioma to help improve how these tumors are diagnosed and treated.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment1500 (estimated)
SponsorChildren's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Cincinnati, Ohio)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 2012
Main results expectedJune 2037
Study endsJune 2047
Registry record updatedOctober 26, 2026
Trial IDNCT03101813 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this registry include patients of any age with a current or past diagnosis of DIPG or DMG.

Probably not a fit

Patients without a diagnosis of DIPG or DMG will not benefit from participation in this registry.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This registry aims to collect clinical information and tumor tissue samples from patients diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) and Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG). By establishing a central repository, researchers will gather data on the biology of these tumors to improve diagnosis and treatment methods. The registry will include both newly diagnosed and previously diagnosed patients, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the disease. Data collected will include clinical, demographic, radiological, and pathological information, facilitating future research collaborations.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies for patients with DIPG and DMG.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies focusing on tumor registries have shown success in advancing research and treatment options for similar conditions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients of any age (living or deceased) with a diagnosis (either current or past) of a DIPG/DMG tumor
* Unless the patient is deceased, all patients and/or one parent or legal guardian must provide written informed consent as well as HIPAA/release of information consent.

Where it's running

  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
    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.