Image

A Study of the Drug Selinexor With Radiation Therapy in Patients With Newly-Diagnosed Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine (DIPG) Glioma and High-Grade Glioma (HGG)

Exploring Selinexor and radiation for newly-diagnosed DIPG and HGG patients.

Recruiting
12-21 years
All
Phase 1/2

This study is testing a drug called selinexor combined with radiation therapy in children and young adults with specific types of brain cancer: diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and high-grade glioma (HGG). Glioma is a kind of cancer found in the brain or spine. DIPG is a type of glioma that affects the brainstem, which helps control breathing and other important functions. The study will check if selinexor is safe, its side effects, and the best dose to use with radiation therapy. Selinexor works by stopping a protein that helps cancer cells grow. The study has two parts: in Part 1, researchers will find the safest dose, and in Part 2, they'll see how well it works. The treatment involves selinexor taken as a pill and radiation therapy over several weeks. After initial treatment, patients will continue taking selinexor every month for up to two years if it’s safe and helping. Patients will have regular check-ups with MRI scans to monitor progress.

  • Treatment lasts several months, with follow-ups for up to 5 years.
  • Regular visits for radiation therapy and taking selinexor pills are required.
  • Participants must be ≤ 25 years old and have certain types of brain tumors.
Study details
    Anaplastic Astrocytoma
    Anaplastic Astrocytoma
    Not Otherwise Specified
    Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma
    Diffuse Midline Glioma
    H3 K27M-Mutant
    Glioblastoma
    Glioblastoma
    Not Otherwise Specified
    Malignant Glioma

NCT05099003

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

16 February 2025

Step 1 Get in touch with the nearest study center
What happens next?
  • You can expect the study team to contact you via email or phone in the next few days.
  • Sign up as volunteer  to help accelerate the development of new treatments and to get notified about similar trials.

You are contacting

Investigator Avatar

Primary Contact

site

  Other languages supported:

FAQs

Learn more about clinical trials

What is a clinical trial?

A clinical trial is a study designed to test specific interventions or treatments' effectiveness and safety, paving the way for new, innovative healthcare solutions.

Why should I take part in a clinical trial?

Participating in a clinical trial provides early access to potentially effective treatments and directly contributes to the healthcare advancements that benefit us all.

How long does a clinical trial take place?

The duration of clinical trials varies. Some trials last weeks, some years, depending on the phase and intention of the trial.

Do I get compensated for taking part in clinical trials?

Compensation varies per trial. Some offer payment or reimbursement for time and travel, while others may not.

How safe are clinical trials?

Clinical trials follow strict ethical guidelines and protocols to safeguard participants' health. They are closely monitored and safety reviewed regularly.
Add a private note
  • abc Select a piece of text.
  • Add notes visible only to you.
  • Send it to people through a passcode protected link.