Is NCT06679634 recruiting in Milwaukee, WI?

Yes, NCT06679634 is currently recruiting participants at its Milwaukee, WI location. This retinoblastoma clinical trial is actively enrolling qualified participants.

How do I join the retinoblastoma clinical trial in Milwaukee?

To join this clinical trial in Milwaukee, complete the eligibility form on this page. A study coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps and determine if you qualify.

Is participation in this Milwaukee clinical trial free?

Yes, all study-related care is provided at no cost to qualified participants. Many studies also offer compensation for time and travel expenses.

Retinoblastoma Clinical Trial in Milwaukee, WI

About This Retinoblastoma Study in Milwaukee

In this research study investigators want to learn more about treatment of advanced or recurrent retinoblastoma. For children with retinoblastoma that have an advanced stage of presentation in one eye or if they have failed all conventional treatment, eye removal is considered. This study will investigate the utility of a chemoplaque(s) to salvage eyes involved with retinoblastoma. The goal of the study is to further determine/assess the safety and efficacy and optimal chemotherapy dose for retinoblastoma.

Sponsor: Targeted Therapy Technologies, LLC

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age: Participants must be \< 8 years of age.

Diagnosis and Treatment. Participants must have: Group D or earlier-stage intraocular retinoblastoma in which enucleation is a recommended therapy, OR Active residual or recurrent intraocular retinoblastoma in at least one eye following completion of first- line therapy (focal therapy for IIRC Group A eyes, or systemic or intra-arterial chemotherapy). If both eyes require treatment, there will receive independent and individual treatment. Non-study eye will be treated by standard of care, with only focal therapy during the Study Period, if required.

Must have demonstrated intraocular calcium in the tumor-containing eye by ophthalmic ultrasound or by neuroimaging as part of standard retinoblastoma diagnosis.

Study eye must have vision potential, at least light perception vision in the tumor-bearing eye either with pupil response testing or demonstration of avoidance behavior to light presentation in the affected eye, and no clinical features suggestive of high risk of extraocular extension.

Performance Level: Lansky ≥ 50 (\<16 years of age); Karnofsky performance scale of ≥50 (≥16 years of age).

Organ Function Requirements:

Adequate Bone Marrow Function defined as:

Peripheral absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1000/mm3

Platelet count ≥ 100,000/mm3 (transfusion independent, defined as not receiving platelet transfusions for at least 7 Days prior to enrollment)

Hemoglobin ≥ 8.0 g/dL at baseline (may receive RBC transfusions)

Adequate Renal Function defined as:

Creatinine clearance or radioisotope GFR ≥70ml/min/1.73 m2 or

A serum creatinine based on age/gender as follows: Age Maximum Serum Creatinine (mg/dL) Male Female 1 month to \< 6 months 0.4 0.4 6 months to \< 1 year 0.5 0.5

to \< 2 years 0.6 0.6

to \< 6 years 0.8 0.8 6 to \< 7 years 1 1 The threshold creatinine values in this Table were derived from the Schwartz formula for estimating GFR utilizing child length and stature data published by the CDC.

Adequate Liver Function defined as:

Bilirubin (sum of conjugated + unconjugated) ≤ 1.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) for age.

SGPT (ALT) ≤ 110 U/L. For the purpose of this study, the ULN for SGPT is 45 U/L.

Serum albumin ≥ 2 g/dL.

Pregnancy prevention. Females of reproductive potential must agree to the use of highly effective contraception during study participation and for an additional 40 days after the end of Episcleral Topotecan administration.

Informed consent. All participants and/or their parents or legally authorized representatives must have the ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent. Assent, where appropriate, will also be obtained.

Exclusion Criteria

Disease status. Participants known to have any of the following are excluded:

tumor involving the optic nerve rim

clinical or EUA evidence of extraocular extension

evidence of metastatic retinoblastoma

existing neuroimaging showing suspicion of, or definitive, optic nerve invasion, trilateral retinoblastoma or extra-ocular extension.

Allergy. Participants with reported allergy to topotecan, camptothecin or derivatives thereof are excluded.

Concomitant treatment. Participants who have received chemotherapy, other focal retinoblastoma therapy or any other investigational agent within 3 weeks of Episcleral Topotecan placement are not eligible.

Uncontrolled intercurrent illness. Participants with known uncontrolled intercurrent illness that, in the investigator's opinion, would put the participant at undue risk or limit compliance with the study requirements, are not eligible.

Febrile illness. Participants with clinically significant febrile illness (as determined by the investigator) within one week prior to initiation of protocol therapy are excluded.

Pregnancy and lactation. Females of reproductive potential must have a negative serum pregnancy test within 72 hours prior to initiation of protocol therapy. Due to the unknown but potential risk for adverse events (AEs) in nursing infants secondary to treatment of the mother with the study agents, breastfeeding must be discontinued if the mother is treated on study.

Compliance. Any condition of diagnosis that could in the opinion of the Principal Investigator or delegate interfere with the participant's ability to comply with the study instruction, might confound the interpretation of the study results, or put the participant at risk.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Milwaukee?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06679634) has an active research site in Milwaukee, WI that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Retinoblastoma Treatment Options in Milwaukee, WI

If you're searching for retinoblastoma treatment options in Milwaukee, WI, this clinical trial (NCT06679634) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Milwaukee research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced retinoblastoma specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all retinoblastoma clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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