Using molecular markers to improve management of adrenal cancers

Positioning of Molecular Markers in Clinical Routine for the Management of Patients With Adrenal Cancers/Tumors (COMETE-CARE)

NA · Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT05754892

This study is testing if using specific molecular markers can help doctors better manage treatment for adults with adrenal cancers by predicting their risk of recurrence after surgery.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment450 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAssistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris (other)
Locations1 site (Paris)
Trial IDNCT05754892 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to implement the COMETE biomarkers as a standard part of care for patients with adrenal cancers, specifically adrenocortical carcinomas and malignant pheochromocytomas/paragangliomas. Adult patients with malignant adrenal tumors will have tumor, blood, and urine samples collected before surgery to assess prognostic molecular measurements. The study will evaluate the proportion of biomarker results provided within three months post-surgery and the impact of these biomarkers on patient management. The goal is to classify patients based on their risk of recurrence and improve clinical outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with a malignant adrenal tumor scheduled for surgery.

Not a fit: Patients who are minors, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those on state medical aid may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more personalized and effective management of adrenal cancer patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using molecular markers for cancer management, but this specific approach is novel in the context of adrenal cancers.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Patients 18 years of age and older
* Patients with an adrenal tumor who will be operated or have been operated in the last 2 months of a potentially malignant adrenocortical (ACC) (any tumor with density \> 10 UH) or pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma (MPP) (any stage, any secretion)
* Patients affiliated with a social security regime
* Patients who have signed an informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

* Vulnerable populations : minors, pregnant or breastfeeding women, protected adults
* Patients on AME (state medical aid)

Where this trial is running

Paris

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: Cancer, Adrenal, biological markers, genomics

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.