1656 Participants Needed

Various Treatments for Wilms Tumor

Recruiting at 121 trial locations
Age: < 65
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Phase 3
Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval
Prior Safety DataThis treatment has passed at least one previous human trial

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial explores different treatments for children with a specific type of kidney cancer called Wilms tumor, focusing on those with favorable histology. The goal is to use tumor characteristics to tailor treatments better, aiming to lower the risk of cancer recurrence after treatment. Researchers are testing multiple treatment plans using combinations of medicines like carboplatin, dactinomycin, irinotecan, and vincristine. Children diagnosed with Stage I-IV Favorable Histology Wilms Tumor who have not undergone chemotherapy may be suitable for this trial. As a Phase 3 trial, this study represents the final step before FDA approval, offering participants a chance to contribute to potentially groundbreaking treatments.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss your current medications with the trial team to get specific guidance.

Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?

Research has shown that treatments like carboplatin, dactinomycin, vincristine, and irinotecan have been used in past studies with children who have Wilms tumor. These treatments are generally well-tolerated.

Vincristine and irinotecan have been safely used in young patients with a type of Wilms tumor called diffuse anaplastic Wilms tumor. In those studies, patients handled the drugs well, although some experienced common side effects like low blood counts, diarrhea, and infections.

Dactinomycin has also been tested in children with Wilms tumors. It has improved survival rates in past treatments, indicating it is effective and generally safe for children.

Carboplatin is a common chemotherapy drug often used in treatment plans for various cancers, including those in children. It can cause side effects like nausea and low blood counts, but these are usually manageable.

Since these treatments are being tested in a Phase 3 trial, they have already gone through earlier phases to check for safety. This provides a good level of confidence in their safety for use in humans, especially children with Wilms tumor.12345

Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?

Researchers are excited about these treatments for Wilms Tumor because they combine multiple chemotherapy drugs in novel regimens, potentially improving outcomes for different stages of this cancer. Unlike standard treatments like regimens using vincristine, dactinomycin, and doxorubicin in fixed doses, these investigational regimens explore various combinations and sequences, such as the use of irinotecan and carboplatin, which might enhance effectiveness. Additionally, some arms of the trial involve a more intense treatment schedule or different drug sequences, which could lead to better management of the tumor by adapting to patient responses. This approach aims to tailor therapy more precisely to the tumor's characteristics and the patient's needs, potentially offering better survival rates and fewer side effects.

What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for Wilms Tumor?

Studies have shown that certain treatments can effectively address Wilms tumor, a type of kidney cancer in children. This trial assigns participants to different treatment arms to evaluate the effectiveness of various drugs, including carboplatin, dactinomycin, vincristine, and irinotecan. Research indicates that carboplatin achieves overall survival rates of 90% at both two and four years. Vincristine and irinotecan have produced promising results in helping children remain cancer-free, particularly in more challenging cases of Wilms tumor. This evidence suggests these drugs can reduce the likelihood of cancer recurrence after treatment.14678

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Elizabeth A Mullen

Principal Investigator

Children's Oncology Group

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for children under 30 years old with a specific kidney cancer called Favorable Histology Wilms Tumor (FHWT). They must be newly diagnosed, have not started treatment, and their tumor must be reviewed centrally. A lymph node sample is required at surgery. Patients need to enroll in another study first (APEC14B1) and meet certain molecular test requirements.

Inclusion Criteria

I am enrolled in APEC14B1 and agreed to the initial screening.
I am under 30 years old.
My Wilms tumor is newly diagnosed, stage I-IV, and has a favorable outlook.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive various chemotherapy regimens based on risk stratification and tumor biology, including EE-4A, DD-4A, VIVA, MVI, and UH-3 regimens.

Up to 14 cycles, each cycle lasting 3 weeks
Multiple visits for chemotherapy administration and imaging

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment completion, with regular imaging and clinical assessments.

10 years
Regular follow-up visits with imaging

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Carboplatin
  • Dactinomycin
  • Irinotecan
  • Patient Observation
  • Vincristine
Trial Overview The trial tests how risk factors like tumor histology, biology tests, and therapy response can guide treatment for FHWT in children. It includes drugs like Vincristine and Doxorubicin, imaging tests such as CT scans and MRIs, surgery (nephrectomy), and patient observation to see if these tailored treatments can prevent cancer relapse.
How Is the Trial Designed?
48Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Stage IV Lung Metastases Arm III (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group II: Stage IV Lung Metastases Arm II (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment10 Interventions
Group III: Stage IV Lung Metastases Arm I (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group IV: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm X (M)Experimental Treatment10 Interventions
Group V: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm VIII (UH-3)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group VI: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm VII (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group VII: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm VI (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group VIII: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm V (DD-4A, UH-3)Experimental Treatment13 Interventions
Group IX: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm IX (MVI)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group X: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm IV (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XI: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm III (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XII: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm II (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XIII: Stage IV Extrapulmonary Arm I (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XIV: Stage IV Arm X-Upfront-Delayed (M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XV: Stage IV Arm VIII-Upfront-Delayed (UH-3)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XVI: Stage IV Arm VII-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XVII: Stage IV Arm VI-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XVIII: Stage IV Arm VB-Upfront-Delayed (M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XIX: Stage IV Arm VA-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XX: Stage IV Arm V-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment8 Interventions
Group XXI: Stage IV Arm IX-Upfront-Delayed (MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXII: Stage IV Arm IV-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XXIII: Stage IV Arm III-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXIV: Stage IV Arm II-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A, UH-3)Experimental Treatment13 Interventions
Group XXV: Stage IV Arm I-Upfront-Delayed (DD-4A, EE-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XXVI: Stage III, Arm X-Upfront/Delayed (M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XXVII: Stage III, Arm VIII-Upfront/Delayed (UH-3)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXVIII: Stage III, Arm VII-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XXIX: Stage III, Arm VI-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXX: Stage III, Arm VB-Upfront/Delayed (M)Experimental Treatment9 Interventions
Group XXXI: Stage III, Arm VA-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XXXII: Stage III, Arm V-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment8 Interventions
Group XXXIII: Stage III, Arm IX-Upfront/Delayed (MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXXIV: Stage III, Arm IV-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A, M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XXXV: Stage III, Arm III-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A, MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXXVI: Stage III, Arm IIB (M)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XXXVII: Stage III, Arm IIA (MVI)Experimental Treatment12 Interventions
Group XXXVIII: Stage III, Arm II-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A, UH-3)Experimental Treatment11 Interventions
Group XXXIX: Stage III, Arm II (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XL: Stage III, Arm I-Upfront/Delayed (DD-4A, EE-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XLI: Stage III, Arm I (DD-4A, EE-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XLII: Stage II, Arm III (EE-4A, DD-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XLIII: Stage II, Arm II (EE-4A, VIVA)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XLIV: Stage II, Arm I (EE-4A)Experimental Treatment6 Interventions
Group XLV: Stage I, Arm IV (UH-3)Experimental Treatment10 Interventions
Group XLVI: Stage I, Arm III (DD-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions
Group XLVII: Stage I, Arm II (observation)Experimental Treatment3 Interventions
Group XLVIII: Stage I, Arm I (EE-4A)Experimental Treatment7 Interventions

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Children's Oncology Group

Lead Sponsor

Trials
467
Recruited
241,000+

Published Research Related to This Trial

Chemotherapy, particularly with actinomycin-D and vincristine, has significantly improved survival rates for localized Wilms' tumor to over 80% and about 50% for metastatic cases, indicating its efficacy when combined with surgery and radiotherapy.
Initial studies suggest that combining actinomycin-D and vincristine may be more effective than using either drug alone, while the role of postoperative radiotherapy in fully resected tumors is still being evaluated.
Advances in the treatment of Wilms' tumor.Wolff, JA.[2019]
High-dose chemotherapy (HDC) combined with autologous stem cell rescue improved survival rates in children with Wilms tumor who had a high risk of relapse, with a 60.9% estimated survival rate and 48.2% event-free survival after a median follow-up of 41 months.
While HDC was effective, it was associated with significant toxicities, including hematologic issues, mucositis, and renal dysfunction; however, careful dose adjustments based on kidney function prevented permanent renal failure.
High-dose chemotherapy with autologous stem cell rescue in children with nephroblastoma.Kremens, B., Gruhn, B., Klingebiel, T., et al.[2013]
A 17-year-old patient with heavily treated Wilms' tumor and multiple metastases showed a partial response to a combination of carboplatin and paclitaxel after experiencing multiple relapses and extensive prior treatments.
The treatment resulted in mild toxicity and a time to progression of 200 days, indicating that this chemotherapy combination can be effective in managing refractory cases of Wilms' tumor.
Favorable response of heavily treated Wilms' tumor to paclitaxel and carboplatin.Ozaki, S., Takigawa, N., Ichihara, E., et al.[2015]

Citations

Activity of Vincristine and Irinotecan in Diffuse Anaplastic ...AREN0321 evaluated the activity of vincristine and irinotecan (VI) in patients with newly diagnosed diffuse anaplastic Wilms tumor (DAWT)
2.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24729447/
Treatment of Wilms tumor using carboplatin compared to ...Results: Two- and four-year OS rates in the carboplatin group were 90.0% and 90.0%, compared to 100.0% and 88.0%, respectively, in the non-carboplatin group.
A phase 2 study of vincristine and irinotecan in metastatic ...Background: Patients with metastatic diffuse anaplastic histology Wilms tumor (DAWT) had an unacceptably low 4-year event-free survival ...
Treating Wilms Tumor with vincristine and irinotecanMoreover, the additional chemotherapy agents improved cancer-free survival rates to levels unprecedented for diffuse anaplastic Wilms tumor.
Treatment of focal anaplastic Wilms tumor: A report from the ...Four-year event-free survival (EFS) and overall survival (OS) for stage I FAWT were 67.5% and 88.9% and for stage IV FAWT were 61.4% and 71.6%, ...
Results of the Children's Oncology Group AREN0321 StudyA phase 2 study of vincristine and irinotecan in metastatic diffuse anaplastic Wilms tumor: Results from the Children's Oncology Group AREN0321 ...
Role of Dactinomycin in the Improved Survival of Children ...Thirty consecutive cases of histologically proved Wilms' tumor followed for a minimum of two years have been reviewed. The overall survival rate was 70%,
Advances in the Clinical Management of High-Risk Wilms ...Outcomes are excellent for the majority of patients with Wilms tumors (WT). However, there remain WT subgroups for which the survival rate is approximately 50% ...
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