Childhood malignant neoplasm

Researchers are testing a drug called CBX-12 in children and young adults with solid tumors that have returned or stopped responding to treatment, including rhabdomyosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma. CBX-12 pairs a tumor-seeking peptide with exatecan, a chemotherapy drug that blocks can…

Researchers are testing daraxonrasib, an experimental pill that blocks RAS proteins, in children with solid tumors that have come back or stopped responding to treatment. The tumors include neuroblastoma and rhabdomyosarcoma, and all carry RAS mutations. The trial has two parts: …

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called zanzalintinib in children and teens with solid tumors that have returned or not responded to standard treatment. The main goals are to find the highest safe dose and to see how well the drug is tolerated. Participants …

This trial is investigating whether a new drug called sonrotoclax, when combined with other anti-cancer medicines, is safe and effective for children and adolescents with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that has returned or not responded …

This trial looks at whether children with cancer who develop a fever and low white blood cells can safely stop antibiotics earlier than usual. About 136 children will be randomly assigned to either stop antibiotics within 24 hours or continue standard treatment. The goal is to se…

This study tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs (liposomal irinotecan, vincristine, and temozolomide) with or without an additional drug (anlotinib) in children aged 3-18 whose solid tumors have returned or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if this combination c…

This trial tests a program called ONLOOP that reminds adult survivors of childhood cancer to get important screening tests. These tests can find late effects like heart disease or second cancers early. About 900 survivors in Ontario will be randomly assigned to get the reminders …

This study tests whether the drug aminophylline can protect the kidneys of children receiving cisplatin chemotherapy. Twenty-four children will be randomly assigned to receive either aminophylline or a placebo alongside their standard chemo hydration. Researchers will measure kid…

This study tests whether a two-step tumor profiling approach can reliably measure antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) target proteins in children and young adults with relapsed or refractory solid or central nervous system tumors. The approach uses bulk RNA sequencing to screen for tar…

This study looks at whether advanced heart tests and blood markers can find early signs of heart damage in children who had chemotherapy or chest radiation for cancer. About 100 survivors aged 2 to 25 will undergo special echocardiograms, exercise tests, and wear activity monitor…

This study tests if a special light (photobiomodulation) can prevent and treat painful mouth sores caused by chemotherapy in children aged 4-17 with cancer. Half of the 49 participants will get light therapy, and the other half will get a standard gel. The goal is to see if the l…

This pilot trial tests whether a program of virtual ukulele lessons, called STRUM, can help teenagers preserve cognitive function and emotional resilience while undergoing radiation therapy for cancer. The study enrolls adolescents aged 12 to 17 who are receiving initial radiatio…

This study tests a new program that helps young Hispanic/Latino adults who survived childhood cancer communicate better with their families and doctors. The program uses a community health worker to guide conversations before and after a clinic visit. The study will enroll 18 sur…

This study tests whether a year of music training can improve thinking, memory, and quality of life in children who have recovered from brain tumors. About 236 children aged 7-16 will either receive regular care or join a ukulele program with weekly group and online sessions. Res…

This study tests if a program that delivers healthy food and teaches cooking skills is helpful for parents of children who have finished cancer treatment. The study will include 21 parents of children aged 5-12 who completed cancer therapy within the last five years. Researchers …

This study tests whether an 8-week online dance therapy program can improve movement skills, quality of life, and daily participation in 30 children aged 6–14 who have or recently finished cancer treatment. The program is done via video calls, making it easy to join from home. Re…

This study tests a web app called MyCare eQuoL that helps childhood cancer survivors assess their needs and get personalized support. About 200 survivors aged 16-30 from nine European countries will use the app for six months. The goal is to see if the app helps them feel more in…

This study explores whether equicoaching—a type of coaching with horses—can help young adults (ages 15-25) who finished cancer treatment feel more confident and reconnect with others. Ten participants will take part in the program and share their experiences through interviews an…

This study tests a 12-week program that provides medically tailored meals and coaching from a dietitian to children undergoing cancer treatment and their caregivers. The goal is to see if the program is practical and helpful for improving nutrition and reducing caregiver stress. …

This study looks at whether structured physical activity and play can help preschool children with cancer improve their motor skills and development. About 82 children aged 1-5 will take part in a 9-month program that includes group play at the hospital, parent education, and onl…

This study tests a 4-week art-based program that combines relaxation exercises with creative activities like emotion-color mapping and gratitude mandalas. The goal is to see if it reduces anxiety, improves emotion regulation, and lessens symptom burden in 60 adolescents aged 10-1…

This study tests a 5-week vision board program designed to increase hope and psychological strength in teenagers who have been undergoing cancer treatment for at least six months. Sixty adolescents aged 12 to 18 will be randomly assigned to either the vision board program or stan…

This study tests whether an AI-assisted art therapy program can help children aged 10-18 feel better emotionally and physically during chemotherapy. Over four days, kids create art with AI guidance to reduce anxiety and symptom burden. The trial involves 60 participants and compa…

This study tests whether a wearable activity tracker and guided exercise app can reduce fatigue and improve quality of life in teens aged 13-18 who are undergoing cancer treatment. Half of the 50 participants will follow an 8-week structured exercise program using the wearable, w…

This pilot study tests a smartphone app called PainCaRe, designed to help parents of young children (ages 2-11) with cancer manage their child's pain at home. The app asks parents to report their child's pain daily and gives personalized, evidence-based pain relief tips. The stud…

This study tests a 12-week nurse-led program for childhood cancer survivors aged 13-18 and their parents. The program includes face-to-face and online sessions to help manage symptoms, improve self-care, and connect families with other health professionals. Sixty-eight families w…

This study will test a new mobile app called CesiKids, designed by nurses, recovered teens, and parents, to help adolescents aged 12-18 with cancer build psychological resilience while in the hospital. The app uses AI to adapt to each teen's needs and includes activities to stren…

This study tests whether a patient navigation program helps young adult survivors of childhood cancer successfully transition from pediatric to adult-focused healthcare. About 190 participants aged 20-29 will be randomly assigned to receive either the navigation program or standa…

This study looks at whether music therapy can reduce painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) in children with cancer. Researchers will interview 50 families online to learn about their experiences with music therapy. The goal is to find patterns that could lead to better, drug-free …

This study compares three ways to teach caregivers about childhood cancer: text messages, tablet modules in the clinic, or standard doctor-led education. Researchers want to see which method helps caregivers learn best and reduces the chance that a family stops treatment early. A…

This study looks at how a child's genes affect the way their body processes cancer medications. By testing 130 children and young adults (up to age 26) with newly diagnosed cancer, researchers hope to find genetic differences that could help doctors choose safer and more effectiv…

This observational study will follow 100 children in Denmark who receive a stem cell transplant for blood cancer or other serious blood disorders. Researchers will test their thinking skills, physical abilities, and daily activity before the transplant and for one year after. The…

This study tests a program to improve how hospital staff communicate when caring for children with cancer in low-resource settings. The program includes training and new protocols for teamwork. Researchers will measure changes in communication quality over six months. Only 8 hosp…

This study looks at how caring for a child with cancer impacts the caregiver's quality of life and sense of burden. Researchers will survey 95 primary caregivers of children aged 0-18 who are undergoing active cancer treatment. The goal is to understand the relationship between c…

This study will check if certain blood markers can predict heart damage in children and teens who had anthracycline chemotherapy for cancer. Researchers will compare blood tests and heart imaging results from 40 survivors and healthy volunteers. The goal is to find early warning …