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DAY101 vs. Standard of Care Chemotherapy in Pediatric Participants With Low-Grade Glioma Requiring First-Line Systemic Therapy (LOGGIC/FIREFLY-2)

This study, called LOGGIC/FIREFLY-2, is looking at a new treatment called tovorafenib for children and young people under 25 with a specific type of brain tumour called low-grade glioma. This tumour must have a particular genetic change called a RAF alteration and require first-time treatment with medication. The study will compare tovorafenib to the usual chemotherapy treatments currently given. Doctors hope to find out if tovorafenib is more effective, safer, or easier to tolerate than standard chemotherapy. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either tovorafenib or one of several standard chemotherapy options, and their progress will be carefully monitored.

At a glance

Status
Active not recruiting
Phase
PHASE3
Sponsor
Day One Biopharmaceuticals, Inc.
Enrolment target
418
Start
27 Feb 2023
Estimated completion
01 Jun 2031

What is this study about?

This study is designed for children and young people (up to 25 years old) who have a type of brain tumour called a low-grade glioma. 'Low-grade' means it's usually slow-growing, but sometimes treatment with medication is needed, especially if it's causing problems. Importantly, this study is specifically for tumours that have a particular genetic change, or 'alteration,' in something called a 'RAF' gene. This specific change helps doctors understand more about the tumour and how it might respond to certain treatments. The study is particularly looking at people who need their very first course of medication for their tumour.

The main goal of this study is to compare a new medicine, an 'investigational drug' called tovorafenib, with the standard chemotherapy treatments currently used for this condition in the UK. Doctors want to see if tovorafenib works better at shrinking the tumour or stopping it from growing, if it has fewer side effects, or if it generally improves the health and well-being of young patients. This information is key to finding better treatments for low-grade glioma.

Participants will be placed into one of two groups by chance (like flipping a coin). One group will receive tovorafenib, and the other group will receive one of the standard chemotherapy treatments already used, chosen by their doctor. The study will carefully monitor everyone to see how well each treatment works and what side effects might occur over time. This approach helps researchers fairly compare the new medicine with existing options.

Key takeaways

  • The study is for children and young people under 25 with a specific type of low-grade brain tumour.
  • It compares a new medicine (tovorafenib) with standard chemotherapy as a first treatment.
  • Your tumour must have a particular 'RAF alteration' to be eligible.
  • Participation involves regular check-ups, scans, and blood tests.
  • You will be assigned to a treatment group randomly, you can't choose.
  • You can stop participating in the study at any time.

Who may be eligible?

This study is specifically looking for children and young people under the age of 25. To be considered, you must have a diagnosis of a low-grade brain tumour (glioma or glioneuronal tumour) that has a specific genetic change called a RAF alteration. Your tumour also needs to be easily measured by scans, and your doctor must believe that you need medication as your very first treatment.

There are also reasons why someone might not be able to join the study. For instance, certain other types of brain tumours (like schwannoma or some aggressive gliomas) are not included. If your tumour has other significant genetic changes or if you have specific genetic conditions like neurofibromatosis, you likely wouldn't be eligible.

Also, if you've already had non-surgical treatments for your tumour, such as chemotherapy, targeted drug therapy, or radiation, you would not be able to join this particular study. The study is focused on people who are receiving medication for the first time.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

  1. Are you under 25 years old?
  2. Do you have a low-grade brain tumour (glioma or glioneuronal tumour)?
  3. Has your tumour been tested and found to have a RAF gene alteration?
  4. Does your doctor think you need medication as your first treatment?
  5. Have you *not* had chemotherapy, targeted drugs, or radiation for this tumour before?
  6. Do you *not* have other specific genetic conditions like Neurofibromatosis or other tumour gene changes?
Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you join this study, you'll be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive the new medicine, tovorafenib, and the other will receive standard chemotherapy. Treatment cycles for both groups will generally repeat every 28 days. You'll continue treatment as long as the medicine is working and you're not experiencing difficult side effects, or until the study ends. You will have regular appointments for check-ups, blood tests, and scans (like MRI) to see how the treatment is working and to monitor for any side effects. The exact number of visits and tests will be explained in detail by the study team. You will be closely monitored throughout your time in the study.

Potential risks and benefits

Potential benefits of taking part could include receiving a new, potentially more effective, or safer treatment (tovorafenib) that isn't yet widely available, or receiving close medical care and monitoring from a team of specialists. However, as with any medical treatment, there are potential risks and side effects associated with both tovorafenib and standard chemotherapy, which will be fully explained to you by your doctor. It's important to remember that you can decide to leave the study at any time, for any reason, without it affecting your future medical care.

Locations (138)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.
  • Children's of Alabama
    Verified postcode
    Birmingham, United States
  • Phoenix Children's Hospital
    Verified postcode
    Phoenix, United States
  • Children's Hospital Los Angeles
    Verified postcode
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Children's Hospital of Orange County Main Campus - Orange
    Verified postcode
    Orange, United States
  • Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
    Verified postcode
    Palo Alto, United States
  • UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
    Verified postcode
    San Francisco, United States
  • Children's Hospital Colorado
    Verified postcode
    Aurora, United States
  • Connecticut Children's Medical Center
    Verified postcode
    Hartford, United States
  • Children's National Medical Center
    Verified postcode
    Washington D.C., United States
  • University of Florida Health
    Verified postcode
    Gainesville, United States
  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital
    Verified postcode
    Miami, United States
  • Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
    Verified postcode
    Orlando, United States

Common questions

What is a low-grade glioma?

It's a type of slow-growing brain tumour that can affect children and young people.

What is a RAF alteration?

It's a specific genetic change in the tumour that helps doctors choose the right treatment.

What does 'first-line systemic therapy' mean?

It means this is the first time you would be receiving medication that affects your whole body for your tumour.

What is tovorafenib?

It's a new medicine being tested in this study to see if it's effective for low-grade glioma with a RAF alteration.

Can I choose which treatment I receive?

No, you'll be assigned to either the new medicine or standard chemotherapy by chance, like a raffle.

How to find out more

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.

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