Targeted Approach to Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) Using MEK Inhibitor, Trametinib

Last updated: December 9, 2024
Sponsor: Cook Children's Health Care System
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

2

Condition

Hematologic Cancer

Treatment

Trametinib

Clinical Study ID

NCT06582745
2023-058
  • Ages 1-30
  • All Genders

Study Summary

The purpose of this Phase II clinical trial is to establish the safety and effectiveness of trametinib, a targeted therapy, for the treatment of newly or recently diagnosed Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) among pediatric patients.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Diagnosis/disease status:

  • Patients with newly diagnosed Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) OR

  • Patients with relapsed or refractory disease OR

  • Patients with newly diagnosed or relapsed/refractory disease who are receivingthe liquid formula of trametinib OR

  • Patients who have been receiving trametinib as a treatment for LCH sinceJanuary 1, 2020 may be included in the observational chart review to tracklong-term follow-up. Eligibility for chart review cohort will include receivingtrametinib as treatment.

  • Diagnosis confirmed with biopsy prior to start of treatment

  • Patient must have adequate cardiac function evident through Echocardiogram (ECHO)and Electrocardiogram (EKG) within 30 days of starting treatment.

  • Shortening fraction of ≥ 27% by echocardiogram or

  • Ejection fraction of ≥ 50% by gated radionuclide study

  • QTC < 480 msec

  • Performance status: Patients must have a performance status corresponding to ECOGscores of 0, 1, or 2. Use Karnofsky ≥ 50% for patients > 16 years of age and Lansky ≥50% for patients ≤16 years of age.

  • Adequate organ and marrow function as defined below:

  • Absolute Neutrophil count ≥ 1,500/μL

  • Platelets ≥ 100x103/μL

  • Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5X ULN for age

  • AST/ALT ≤ 2.5 X ULN for age

  • Serum creatinine based on age/gender

  • Hemoglobin ≥ 8 g/dL

  • Patients with bone marrow disease must have hemoglobin ≥ 8 g/dL withtransfusion support allowed

  • Women of childbearing potential and men must agree to use adequate contraception (hormonal or barrier method of birth control; abstinence) prior to study entry, forthe duration of study participation, and for 4 months after the last dose. Should awoman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study,she should inform her treating physician immediately.

  • Ability to understand study procedures and to comply with them for the entire lengthof the study.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients diagnosed with Low-Risk True Skin Only or a Single Bone lesion that doesnot require treatment and will only be observed will not be eligible, with theexception of CNS-risk lesions/special site disease or functionally critical lesions:

  • CNS-risk/special site includes: Sphenoid, Mastoid, Orbital, zygomatic, ethmoid,maxillary, or temporal bones, the cranial fossa, pituitary gland orneurodegenerative disease, odontoid peg, vertebral lesion with intraspinal softtissue extension

  • Functionally critical: A single lesion not described above which may cause "functionally critical anatomic abnormality" wherein attempts at local therapywould cause unacceptable morbidity. This can be at the discretion of thePrincipal Investigator.

  • Patients whose genetic testing reveals a class 3 MAP2K1 mutation:

  • I103_K104del

  • E102_I103del

  • L98_K104delinsQ

  • L98_I103del

  • I99_K104del

  • Patients who present with jaundice at diagnosis.

  • Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding are not eligible. Women of childbearingpotential must receive a negative pregnancy test within 14 days of startingtreatment or the patient will not be eligible.

  • Patients who are allergic to trametinib

  • Current drug or alcohol use or dependence that, in the opinion of the siteinvestigator, would interfere with adherence to study requirements.

  • Inability or unwillingness of patient or parent/legally authorized representative togive written informed consent.

Study Design

Total Participants: 75
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: Trametinib
Phase: 2
Study Start date:
June 24, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
December 31, 2039

Study Description

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare histiocytic disease derived from the mononuclear phagocytic system, affecting between 2 and 10 cases per one million children under 15 years. Controversy exists as to whether it is a true malignancy or a cancer-like disease, given that the BRAFV600E mutation frequently found in LCH has been found in several cancers as well as in benign nevi. Regardless, among histiocytic disorders, LCH is well-known to result from clonal proliferation of immature cells that can affect a single organ (single system LCH) which may be unifocal or multifocal; or LCH may involve multiple organs which may be limited or widespread. Notably, involvement of specific organs such as the liver, spleen, and bone marrow is typically considered high risk. A biopsy is a critical element for diagnosis as histiocytes with surface expression of CD207 (langerin) and CD1a are a defining characteristic of LCH. In addition to a biopsy of either skin lesion, lymph node, or tumor, standard imaging such as CT, MRI, and PET will be used to assess the extent of disease.

This trial is designed to evaluate treatment of newly diagnosed or relapsed LCH patients with targeted therapy (trametinib). The investigators hypothesize that this will help establish a new treatment for these patients who have historically been treated with cytotoxic chemotherapy that can potentially be associated with serious adverse effects as well as relapse which have typically been noted within two years, therefore justifying the rationale to treat for minimum of two years. This clinical trial will provide an opportunity to assess for adverse events and toxicities associated with trametinib for the treatment of LCH among pediatric patients. Additionally, the investigators will critically analyze the effectiveness of genomic cancer testing through the use of liquid, tumor, and tumor-match next-generation sequencing (NGS) in patients with an LCH diagnosis.

Connect with a study center

  • Cook Children's Health Care System

    Fort Worth, Texas 76104
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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