CompletedNot Applicable

Dysregulation of Glutamine Activity in the Pathogenesis of Multiple Myeloma

United States35 participantsStarted 2017-06-02

Plain-language summary

This clinical trial studies the utilization of glutamine by the bone marrow plasma cells from patients with monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) compared to multiple myeloma (MM). Results from this study may identify metabolic differences between pre-malignant and malignant clonal plasma cells in MGUS and MM, respectively. It may also allow researchers better determine the transition from MGUS to MM for the development of potential early diagnostic purposes of preventative strategies.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

FEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * At least 18 years of age * International Myeloma Working Group (IMWG) criteria for the diagnosis of either MGUS or MM Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide consent * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status (PS) \> 3 * Hemoglobin \< 8 g/dL * Women who are pregnant * Prior history of adverse events with conscious sedation

Questions worth asking your doctor

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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?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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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?

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What they're measuring

Percent enrichment of 13-Carbon in the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle intermediates within bone marrow plasma cells from patients with monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) and multiple myeloma

Timeframe: Up to 1 day

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03119883

SponsorMayo Clinic

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-06-30

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