CompletedNot Applicable

DNA Analysis in Samples From Younger Patients With Germ Cell Tumors and Their Parents or Siblings

United States932 participantsStarted 2011-11-01

Plain-language summary

This research trial studies deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) samples from younger patients with germ cell tumor and their parents or siblings. Studying samples of tumor tissue and saliva from patients with cancer in the laboratory may help doctors learn more about changes that occur in DNA and identify biomarkers related to cancer.

Who can participate

Age range

19 Years

Sex

ALL

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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Inclusion Criteria: * The patient is enrolled on COG-ACCRN07 * The patient has a primary diagnosis of germ cell tumor (GCT) including germinoma (ICCC 9060-9065) teratoma (9080-9084), embryonal carcinoma (9070-9072), yolk sac tumor (9071),choriocarcinoma (9100, 9103, 9104), and mixed GCT (9085, 9101, 9102, 9105) in all sites including the brain and central nervous system and registered with Children's Oncology Group (COG) by a North American member institution * The patient must be diagnosed with a germ cell tumor between July 1, 2008 and December 31, 2015 * The patient must be \< 20 years of age at the time of diagnosis * The patient must have at least one biological parent alive and willing to participate * In the event that one case parent cannot contribute DNA, a case sibling, defined as the biological brother or sister of the study subject, may donate instead * All questionnaire respondents must understand English or Spanish * Concomitant treatment on a therapeutic trial is not required

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Pediatric GCT associated with genetic susceptibility

Timeframe: Up to 5 years

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01434355

SponsorChildren's Oncology Group

Sponsor typeNETWORK

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2016-08-04

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