Testing for HRD in ovarian cancer patients

HRD Tests for Ovarian cancER

Phase 2 Interventional Centre Francois Baclesse · NCT06152731

This study is testing two different tests to see if they can identify a specific condition in women with advanced ovarian cancer so that they can get the best treatment possible.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment88 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorCentre Francois Baclesse Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations4 sites (Amiens and 3 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06152731 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study focuses on patients with invasive epithelial ovarian cancer who are candidates for first-line platinum-based chemotherapy. It aims to determine the homologous recombination deficiency (HRD) status using two tests: the Giscar assay and the myChoice assay. If HRD status is identified, patients may receive PARP inhibitor treatment based on current recommendations. The study seeks to improve treatment outcomes for newly diagnosed advanced ovarian cancer patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with newly diagnosed advanced high-grade serous epithelial ovarian cancer.

Not a fit: Patients with recurrent ovarian cancer or non-epithelial types of ovarian cancer may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more personalized and effective treatment options for patients with ovarian cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using HRD testing to guide treatment decisions in ovarian cancer, indicating a potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient aged 18-year or more
* Histologically documented high grade serous epithelial ovarian cancer, fallopian tube or peritoneum cancer
* Newly diagnosed advanced (International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics \[FIGO\] stage III or IV) ovarian carcinoma, candidate to a first line platinum-based chemotherapy
* Tumor tissue must be available for HRD analyses (FFPE tissue block) and

  * Collected if possible during the initial surgery or the initial biopsy (before chemotherapy)
  * With sufficient tumour surface area (\> 25 mm²), with a final cellularity of at least 20%
* Patient affiliated to an appropriate social security system
* Patient signed consent form before any trial related activities

Exclusion Criteria:

* Recurrent high grade serous epithelial ovarian cancer, fallopian tube or peritoneum cancer
* Non epithelial or borderline ovarian cancer
* Other tumor, for which the treatment may interfere with the ovarian cancer treatment and/or that may have a major impact on prognosis
* Exclusive palliative setting
* Patient deprived of liberty or placed under the authority of a tutor

Where this trial is running

Amiens and 3 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 Ovarian CancerHRDGIScarmyChoiceplatinum chemotherapy
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.