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Studying the Biology of IDH-mutant Gliomas Via Longitudinal Observation of 2-hydroxyglutarate (2-HG) Using MR Spectroscopy
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Summary
Background: Glioma is a type of brain cancer. Some of these tumors have gene mutations. These mutations can cause a substance called 2-HG to build up in the brain. This makes the tumors more aggressive. Researchers want to better understand 2-HG buildup in the brain. They hope this can help them design better ways to test for gliomas. Objective: To monitor the level of 2-HG in the brains of people with gliomas that have mutations in the IDH1 or IDH2 genes. Eligibility: People ages 18 and older with gliomas with mutations in the IDH1 or IDH2 genes Design: Participants will be screened with: Medical and cancer history Physical exam Reviews of their symptoms and ability to perform normal activities Blood and urine tests MRI scan Samples of their tumor from a past surgery Documentation of their diagnosis and mutation status Participants will have an initial evaluation. This will include repeats of screening tests. It will also include: Neurological exam MRS and MRI scans of the brain: Participants will lie on a table that slides into a metal cylinder. A coil or soft padding will be placed around their head. They will have a contrast agent injected into a vein. Pictures will be taken of the brain. Participants will have follow-up visits every 2-6 month for the rest of their life. Visits will include scans.
Official title: Studying the Biology of Higher-Grade Transformation in IDH-mutant Gliomas Via Longitudinal Observation of Tumor Metabolic Reprogramming Using Non-invasive Metabolic Imaging
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 120 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
42
Start Date
2019-10-16
Completion Date
2027-12-31
Last Updated
2026-06-16
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
HP 13C Pyruvate
Contrast agent used with magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI)
3T MRI scanner
Research proton MRS (1H-MRS) followed by DW-MRI
Locations (1)
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, United States