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Recruiting Phase 2 NCT06458036

NCT06458036 Selpercatinib Pre-RAI in Patients With RET Fusion Thyroid Cancer (RAISE)

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NCT ID NCT06458036
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 2
Sponsor Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Condition Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 13 participants
Start Date 2024-07-29
Primary Completion 2030-11-01

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 2 Years
Max Age 25 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Selpercatinib Monotherapy131I Therapy

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

In Phase 2, researchers evaluate early signs of effectiveness. You may be randomized to receive the active treatment or a comparator. Monitoring continues closely.

This trial targets 13 participants in total. It began in 2024-07-29 with a primary completion date of 2030-11-01.

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Brief Summary

Papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) is the most common form of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC). The traditional first line treatment for patients with advanced DTC after surgical resection is radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy. However, less than a quarter of patients with lung metastases will achieve a complete response to RAI therapy, and this therapy carries the risk of pulmonary fibrosis and an increasingly recognized risk of secondary malignancies.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age 2-25 years, inclusive 2. Histologic diagnosis of a differentiated thyroid cancer, status post thyroidectomy and adequate local therapy (e.g., lymph node dissection as per standard of care) for metastatic disease in the neck in the opinion of the treating investigator 3. Anatomically evaluable disease on chest CT (Computed Tomography) meeting one of the following criteria (obtained within 90 days of enrollment): A. multiple (\> 10) noncalcified solid pulmonary nodules visible on CT and/or B. enlarging, discrete pulmonary nodules visible on CT of any number consistent with metastatic disease 4. Identification of an activating RET gene alteration (fusion or mutation). The RET alteration result should be generated from a laboratory with specific certifications (depending on country requirement) that clearly denotes the presence of a RET alteration without known kinase domain resistance mutation 5. Lansky/Karnofsky performance status \>50% 6. Adequate Organ Function A. Bone Marrow Function: * Peripheral absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥1500/µL * Platelet count ≥ 100,000/µL (transfusion independent, defined as not receiving platelet transfusions for at least 7 days prior to enrollment) * Hemoglobin ≥ 9.0 g/dL at baseline (may receive Red Blood Cell transfusions). B. Adequate Renal Function: Creatinine clearance or radioisotope Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) ≥ 70 mL/min/1.73 m2 or a maximum serum creatinine based on age/gender. C. Adequate Liver Function * Bilirubin (sum of conjugated + unconjugated) \< / = 1.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) for age. Except participants with a documented history of Gilbert syndrome who must have a total bilirubin level of \<3.0X ULN * Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) \<2.5X ULN OR \<5x ULN if the liver has tumor involvement. For the purpose of this study, the ULN for ALT is 45 U/L. * Serum albumin ≥ 2 g/dL 7. Patient must have normal serum potassium, calcium, and magnesium levels (may be receiving supplements) 8. Men with partners of childbearing potential or women of childbearing potential must agree to use a highly effective contraceptive method during treatment with study drug and for 6 months following the last dose of study drug. Selpercatinib could impair fertility in males and females. Advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with selpercatinib and for 1 week following the final dose 9. Women of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test (serum or urine, consistent with local regulations) documented within 24 hours prior to treatment with study drug and at least monthly while on study treatment Exclusion Criteria: 1. No prior systemic therapy for thyroid cancer, including RET inhibitors. Note: prior 131I is allowed. 2. Females who are pregnant or breastfeeding are excluded due to the potential risks of selpercatinib and radioactive iodine to the fetus/neonate. 3. Concurrent therapy: Patients currently receiving a strong CYP3A4 inducer or inhibitor are not eligible. Strong inducers or inhibitors of CYP3A4 should be avoided 14 days prior to treatment to the end of the study treatment. 4. Patients with clinically significant active cardiovascular disease, Torsades de pointes, or history of myocardial infarction within 6 months prior to planned start of study treatment or prolongation of the QT interval corrected for heart rate using Fridericia's formula (QTcF) \>470 msec. 5. Have clinically significant active malabsorption syndrome or other condition likely to affect gastrointestinal absorption of the drug. 6. Are taking a concomitant medication that is known to cause QTc prolongation. 7. Active hemorrhage or at significant risk for hemorrhage. 8. Uncontrolled hypertension (blood pressure greater than 140/90 in adults or greater than the 95% for height and gender in children). Use of anti-hypertensives to control blood pressure is permitted.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Meghan Donnelly, MPH

✉ 23DT022@chop.edu

📞 267-426-9343

Principal Investigator

Theodore Laetsch, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06458036 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 2 Years or older, up to 25 Years, studying Differentiated Thyroid Cancer. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06458036 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether the treatment shows signs of effectiveness while continuing to monitor safety. More participants are enrolled than in Phase 1 to help refine the treatment protocol.

Is NCT06458036 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06458036 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at 23DT022@chop.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06458036 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Philadelphia, United States, Memphis, United States, Houston, United States, Seattle, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06458036 clinical trial?

NCT06458036 is sponsored by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. The principal investigator is Theodore Laetsch, MD at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. The trial plans to enroll 13 participants.

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