RecruitingNCT07298083

DoD Award NF230020 Identification of Metabolic Markers and Statistical Prediction of MPNST for Rapid Diagnosis and Assessment of Surgical Margins


Sponsor

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Apr 2, 2026

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of this clinical research study is to learn if a handheld Mass Spectrometry device (MasSpec Pen) can accurately distinguish between masses, neurofibroma, and normal tissue during surgery.


Eligibility

Min Age: 1 Year

Inclusion Criteria6

  • This study will enroll approximately 60 participants diagnosed with either MPNST or neurofibroma who are undergoing surgical resection of an MPNST or neurofibroma as part of their standard of care.
  • Age ≥ 1 years. Individuals younger than 18 years old will be included. For patients of age < 18 years, both parents' signatures will be requested.
  • Patients must have measurable disease, defined as at least one lesion that can be accurately measured in at least one dimension as ≥10 mm (≥1 cm) with CT scan, MRI, or calipers by clinical exam.
  • Recurrent or primary disease.
  • Patients who are > 18 years should have the ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document.
  • English and non-English speaking patients.

Exclusion Criteria3

  • Adult patients with cognitive impairment requiring a legally authorized representative for consent.
  • Patients under age 1 and neonates.
  • Patients who are pregnant and undergoing surgery for MPNST are not eligible.

Interested in this trial?

Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.


Locations(1)

The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, Texas, United States

View Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov

For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.

Visit

NCT07298083


Related Trials