Bone Sarcoma

Researchers are evaluating a new PET imaging tracer called [18F]FAPI-74 to detect cancer by targeting the fibroblast-activation protein (FAP) found in cancer-associated fibroblasts. This study aims to compare [18F]FAPI-74 PET scans to the standard [18F]-FDG PET scans and other imaging methods like CT or MRI across several cancers including pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, gastric, bladder, ovarian cancers, pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma, small cell lung cancer, neuroendocrine cancer, mesothelioma, and sarcoma. The study is a phase 2 interventional trial conducted by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Participants will receive an intravenous dose of [18F]FAPI-74 before undergoing PET/CT imaging about one hour later. They will also have a baseline FDG PET scan within one week. If tumors are detected by [18F]FAPI-74, additional scans using this tracer and FDG may be repeated during routine treatment and if cancer progresses within two years. Those with negative baseline [18F]FAPI-74 scans will not have repeated scans but remain in follow-up. The study involves a single arm where participants undergo both types of PET imaging. During the study, participants will have scans at baseline and potentially at subsequent treatment or progression points. Safety monitoring includes observation for reactions to the tracer up to three days after injection. Researchers will measure the mean number of lesions, standardized uptake values at baseline, post-treatment, and recurrence. Follow-up calls will continue for two years to assess progression-free survival and overall survival. The total participation duration includes imaging visits and two years of follow-up monitoring.

Researchers are evaluating the imaging agent 64Cu-LNTH-1363S in patients with sarcomas or gastrointestinal tract (GIT) cancers to assess its safety, determine the best imaging dose and timing, and compare the imaging results with fibroblast activation protein (FAP) expression in tumor samples. This Phase 1/2a open-label study is divided into two parts and aims to better understand how this radiolabeled agent behaves in the body and how well it highlights tumors that express FAP. In Part 1, six patients with metastatic sarcomas will receive a fixed dose of 64Cu-LNTH-1363S to evaluate its distribution, radiation dose, and optimal imaging window during a one-day intervention, followed by a safety follow-up. In Part 2, approximately 20 patients with non-metastatic, operable sarcomas or GIT cancers scheduled for surgery will receive the optimal dose determined in Part 1 to study the correlation between imaging results and tissue FAP expression. Both parts include detailed cardiac monitoring to assess any changes in heart activity related to the agent. Participants will undergo screening before receiving the imaging agent, followed by serial PET/CT scans at multiple timepoints on the intervention day to measure biodistribution and image quality. Tissue samples collected during surgery will be analyzed to compare with imaging findings. Safety and tolerability will be monitored through follow-up visits, ECGs, and phone contact. The total study duration varies from about three weeks for Part 1 to up to 11 weeks for Part 2, including surgery and post-surgery sample collection.

Researchers are studying the safety and initial effects of T3011, given directly into tumors, alone and combined with the intravenous drug pembrolizumab. This Phase 1/2a open-label study focuses on adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including melanoma, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), sarcoma, cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC), and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The study aims to find safe dose levels and assess how well these treatments are tolerated and work in these cancer types. The study involves several groups: Phase 1 tests increasing doses of T3011 alone to determine a recommended dose. Phase 2a Part 1 evaluates T3011 alone in participants with melanoma, HNSCC, sarcoma, and cSCC. Phase 2a Part 2 studies T3011 with pembrolizumab in NSCLC patients. A rollover arm allows participants whose cancer progresses on T3011 alone to receive the combination treatment. T3011 is given as an intratumoral injection every two weeks, and pembrolizumab is given intravenously every three weeks when combined. Participants will have tumor biopsies, imaging, and laboratory tests to monitor safety, drug levels, and cancer response. Researchers will track side effects and measure outcomes like tumor response and survival for up to two years after the first dose. Safety and tolerability are closely followed throughout, with additional monitoring for immune responses and drug presence in bodily fluids. Participants may be followed for up to one year after their last treatment dose to assess overall survival and long-term effects.

Researchers are investigating the tumor necrosis rate in patients with osteosarcoma treated with a neoadjuvant regimen combining surufatinib and chemotherapy. This phase II, prospective, multicenter, controlled study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of surufatinib, a drug that inhibits colony-stimulating factor 1 receptor, which may have tumor-inhibiting effects on sarcoma. The study includes 160 participants divided into two groups to compare surufatinib plus chemotherapy versus chemotherapy alone. Participants in the study receive treatment cycles lasting 30 days. One group receives surufatinib combined with chemotherapy, while the other receives chemotherapy only. The surufatinib dose varies by age and body surface area, with specific chemotherapy drugs administered in a set schedule over the cycle. After two cycles of neoadjuvant therapy, the tumor necrosis rate is evaluated to measure treatment impact. During the study, participants undergo evaluations including tumor assessments, blood tests, and monitoring for adverse events. The primary outcome is the tumor cell necrosis rate after 12 months. Secondary outcomes include progression-free survival at one year and safety assessments over 24 months according to standard criteria. Participants are monitored for organ function, tumor response, and treatment side effects throughout the treatment and follow-up periods.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a modified herpes simplex virus called recombinant oncolytic herpes simplex virus type 1 (R130) in patients with advanced solid tumors. This early phase 1, open, single-arm clinical trial aims to study the treatment in people with various cancers such as sarcoma, carcinoma, digestive cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, brain cancer, melanoma, gynecologic cancer, head and neck cancer, and kidney cancer. The study focuses on patients who have not responded to standard treatments or who choose not to receive other antitumor therapies. Participants will receive injections of 1 to 2 milliliters of R130 at a concentration of 1x10^8 plaque-forming units per milliliter into their tumors or abdominal cavity every 7 to 14 days. This approach allows the virus to be delivered directly to the cancer site. The study involves only one treatment group receiving the R130 virus, and no placebo or comparison group is used. During the trial, researchers will monitor participants for adverse events and laboratory abnormalities up to 6 months and assess their immune response. Disease control and response duration will be evaluated every 10 weeks for up to 12 months, while quality of life assessments will occur every 6 weeks for the same period. Participants will undergo regular laboratory tests and clinical evaluations to track safety and treatment impact. The total study duration for each participant may extend up to one year with ongoing monitoring.

Researchers are studying the safety and effectiveness of a modified herpes simplex virus called R130 for treating advanced bone and soft tissue tumors, including osteosarcoma and sarcoma. This early-phase, open-label clinical trial aims to learn how this oncolytic virus works in patients who have relapsed or refractory tumors and have not responded to standard treatments or choose not to receive other therapies. Participants will receive injections of 1 to 2 ml of R130, containing 1x10^8 plaque-forming units per milliliter, directly into their tumors every 7 to 14 days. The treatment focuses on patients with measurable lesions suitable for direct injection. This single-arm study does not include a comparison group and is sponsored by Shanghai Yunying Medical Technology. During the study, patients will be closely monitored for adverse events and laboratory changes up to 6 months after treatment. Researchers will assess immune responses, disease control, duration of response, and quality of life over a 12-month period with scheduled evaluations every 6 to 10 weeks. Participants must meet certain health and organ function requirements and will be followed for safety and outcomes throughout the trial.

Researchers are evaluating a new T-cell membrane-anchored tumor targeted IL12 (attIL12)-T cell therapy combined with cyclophosphamide in patients with advanced or metastatic soft tissue or bone sarcomas. This phase 1 trial aims to find the best dose for treatment and to understand the safety, tolerability, and early signs of disease control, especially in patients with recurrent unresectable osteosarcoma. The study also explores immune responses and tumor cell changes related to the therapy. Participants will receive attIL12-T cell therapy combined with cyclophosphamide administered intravenously. The study includes two parts: Part A focuses on finding the safe and recommended dose, starting with the lowest dose, while Part B involves treating patients with osteosarcoma at the recommended dose found in Part A. Treatment schedules depend on the participant's group and study phase. During the trial, participants will undergo tumor biopsies when possible and provide blood samples to assess immune changes. Researchers will monitor adverse events to evaluate safety for about one year. The main measurement is the incidence of side effects, and disease control will also be assessed over four months. Participants must meet specific health and organ function criteria and will be closely followed up throughout the study period.

Many children with cancer experience emotional distress, fatigue, and difficulties in relationships. Their parents also face increased responsibilities and may feel more distressed and tired. While psychological interventions for these families have shown promise in improving social skills, coping, and well-being, further research is needed. Hypnosis is commonly used in pediatric oncology to reduce pain and distress during procedures and has also been effective in enhancing well-being in adults with cancer. This trial explores the feasibility and potential benefits of combining self-care and hypnosis in a group setting for children with cancer and their parents. The intervention involves six monthly group sessions, each lasting two hours, where participants learn self-hypnosis exercises and discuss self-care techniques like understanding personal needs, self-respect, assertiveness, and managing negative thoughts. Homework assignments are given to encourage positive changes. Two groups participate: one including children with cancer and their siblings, and another for their parents. Data are collected before and after the intervention through questionnaires and interviews to assess its impact. Participants will complete assessments measuring changes in children's quality of life, fatigue related to cancer, and parents' perceptions of their child's quality of life and their own fatigue. Secondary outcomes include the impact of cancer on the family, parents' emotional distress, and coping strategies. These are evaluated before the program starts and immediately after its conclusion at six months. The study aims to improve understanding of how this combined self-care and hypnosis intervention may enhance the well-being of children with cancer and their families.

Researchers are evaluating whether adding infusions of a special type of immune cells called natural killer (NK) cells to the chemotherapy regimen gemcitabine and docetaxel (GEM/DOX) can improve outcomes for children and young adults with sarcomas that have come back or did not respond to previous treatments. This study aims to determine the safety and effectiveness of this combined treatment in relapsed or refractory pediatric sarcomas, including osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, and other soft tissue sarcomas. The study is a multi-center, phase 1 and 2 trial with ongoing safety and toxicity analysis conducted by Nationwide Children's Hospital. Participants receive up to 8 cycles of treatment, each lasting 21 days. Each cycle includes intravenous gemcitabine on days 1 and 8, docetaxel on day 8, oral dexamethasone on days 7 to 9 to prevent side effects, pegfilgrastim on day 9 to help white blood cells recover, and intravenous TGF-beta imprinted (TGFb2i), ex vivo expanded universal donor NK cells on day 12. Tumor response is checked after cycles 2, 4, 6, and 8. The study carefully monitors for toxicities related to the combined treatment and tracks how well the NK cells persist in the body and relate to clinical outcomes. During the trial, participants undergo regular assessments including tumor measurements using the RECIST 1.1 criteria every two cycles, evaluation of treatment-related side effects, and laboratory tests to monitor blood counts and organ function. Safety and disease progression are followed for 3 to 5 years. The study also evaluates six-month progression-free survival to understand how well the treatment controls the cancer. Overall, participants will be closely monitored throughout the study and during long-term follow-up to assess the treatment's effects and safety.

Sleep plays a vital role in a child's development, affecting brain function, emotional health, and overall recovery. Children undergoing intensive cancer treatments often experience sleep problems such as difficulty falling or staying asleep, shorter sleep duration, or poor sleep quality. These issues, reported in a significant portion of pediatric cancer survivors, can impact treatment adherence, daily life, and social interactions, highlighting the need for better sleep management in this group. Researchers are evaluating the Dreamcatchers Programme, a nurse-led, multi-component intervention designed to improve sleep quality in children with cancer. The program involves sleep hygiene education, progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), and breathing exercises, delivered through group sessions and weekly follow-ups over four weeks. The intervention group receives these targeted strategies, while the control group continues routine hospital support without sleep-specific content, with access to the program after the study. Participants will attend initial education sessions, practice relaxation techniques, and keep sleep diaries to track habits and progress. Nurses will monitor sleep quality and overall life quality at three months using validated tools. Data will be collected securely and confidentiality maintained. This pilot study aims to assess feasibility and provide preliminary effectiveness results to guide future pediatric oncology sleep care.