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Phase 2
Age: 2Years +
All Genders
ID05983159

A Modular Open Label, Signal Seeking, Phase II Trial of Targeted Therapies for Patients With Slow-Flow or Fast-Flow Vascular Malformations (TARGET-VM)

Led by Murdoch Childrens Research Institute · Updated on 2026-05-05

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Participants Needed

2

Research Sites

17 weeks

Total Duration

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Sponsors

M

Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

Lead Sponsor

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Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Australia

Collaborating Sponsor

AI-Summary

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating targeted drug therapies for patients with vascular malformations that are resistant to standard treatments or for whom standard treatments are unsuitable. These vascular malformations are classified as either slow-flow or fast-flow types, driven by genetic changes in two specific signalling pathways. This phase II open-label trial aims to evaluate the effects of 48 weeks of treatment using either alpelisib for slow-flow vascular malformations with PI3K pathway mutations or mirdametinib for fast-flow vascular malformations with MAPK pathway mutations. Participants are divided into two treatment groups based on their vascular malformation type and genetic mutation. Those with slow-flow malformations and PI3K pathway mutations will receive alpelisib, an oral PI3-kinase inhibitor, for 48 weeks followed by a 24-week follow-up. Those with fast-flow malformations and MAPK pathway mutations will receive mirdametinib, an investigational oral MEK inhibitor, also for 48 weeks followed by 24 weeks of follow-up. Both treatments are given as monotherapy and involve genetic testing before enrollment to confirm mutations. Throughout the study, participants will undergo various assessments including symptom evaluations using the Vascular Malformation Patient Specific Outcome Measure (VM-PSOM) and OVAMA questionnaires, MRI scans to measure lesion size, and monitoring for adverse events. The primary outcome is the improvement in the most significant symptom after 48 weeks of treatment. Follow-up visits continue for 24 weeks after treatment ends to monitor ongoing effects and safety. The total participation duration for each patient is approximately 72 weeks.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

A Trial of Targeted Therapies for Patients With Slow-Flow or Fast-Flow Vascular Malformations

Who Can Participate

Age: 2Years +
All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • Age 2 years or older (adult or pediatric patients)
  • Clinical diagnosis of slow-flow or fast-flow vascular malformation
  • Received standard therapy for vascular malformation or standard therapy deemed inappropriate
  • Documented genetic mutation in PI3K pathway for slow-flow or RAS-MEK-ERK pathway for fast-flow malformations
  • Adequate performance status (ECOG 0-2 for age 16+; Lansky > 50 for under 16)
  • Life expectancy of at least 12 weeks
  • Ability to swallow and retain oral medication
  • Adequate blood counts and organ function as specified
  • Agree to use effective contraception if of childbearing potential
  • Signed informed consent and willingness to comply with study protocol
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Hypersensitivity to study drugs or their ingredients
  • Severe infection requiring IV antibiotics within 4 weeks before enrollment
  • Major surgery within 4 weeks before enrollment
  • Prior use of alpelisib (Module 1) or mirdametinib (Module 2)
  • Pregnancy or lactation at registration
  • Diabetes requiring medication or elevated HbA1c above limits
  • Use of medications affecting heart rhythm or certain enzymes unless discontinued
  • History of lung disease (pneumonitis or interstitial lung disease for Module 1)
  • Significant heart disease or recent major cardiac events
  • Uncontrolled high blood pressure
  • History of pancreatitis within 1 year (Module 1)
  • Known severe skin reactions
  • Impaired gastrointestinal function affecting drug absorption
  • HIV infection history
  • Other severe uncontrolled medical conditions contraindicating study drug
  • Inability to understand or comply with treatment instructions

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 visit (in-person)

Treatment

Duration - 48 weeks

Participants receive targeted oral therapy specific to their vascular malformation type for 48 weeks.

Visits occur throughout the 48-week treatment period as scheduled by the study team

Follow-up

Duration - 24 weeks

Participants are monitored for safety and treatment effects for 24 weeks after completing therapy.

Visits occur during the 24-week follow-up period as scheduled by the study team

Trial Site Locations

Total: 2 locations

1

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Parkville, Victoria, Australia, 3052

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2

The Royal Children's Hospital

Parkville, Victoria, Australia, 3052

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Research Team

M

Michelle de Silva, PhD

T

Tony Penington, MBBS, FRACS

How is the study designed?

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Masking

NONE

Allocation

NON_RANDOMIZED

Model

PARALLEL

Primary Purpose

TREATMENT

Number of Arms

2

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