New study aims to predict cancer risk in NF1 patients before it strikes

NCT ID NCT05677594

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study follows 80 people with Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who are at high risk for developing malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNST). Researchers will use yearly whole-body MRI scans, blood samples, and checkups to track changes in nerve lesions over time. The goal is to find imaging or genetic clues that could predict which patients are most likely to develop cancer, so doctors can catch it earlier.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atypical neurofibroma disease malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor neurofibromatosis type 1 neurofibrosarcoma

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins University

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States