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		<title>Indocyanine Green and Near-Infrared Fluorescence for Lymph Node Removal in Children with Renal Tumours or Paratesticular Rhabdomyosarcoma</title>
		<link>https://clinicaltrials.eu/trial/a-study-to-evaluate-the-use-of-indocyanine-green-during-lymph-node-removal-surgery-in-children-with-renal-cancer-rhabdomyosarcoma-neuroblastoma-or-germ-cell-tumors/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:47:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This clinical trial is studying children and young people with cancer who need surgery for pulmonary metastasis (cancer that has spread to the lungs), rhabdomyosarcoma (a cancer of muscle-like tissue), non-rhabdomyosarcomatous soft tissue sarcoma (a rare cancer of soft tissue), neuroblastoma (a cancer that starts in nerve tissue), malignant germ cell tumour (a cancer that [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This clinical trial is studying children and young people with cancer who need surgery for <b>pulmonary metastasis</b> (cancer that has spread to the lungs), <b>rhabdomyosarcoma</b> (a cancer of muscle-like tissue), <b>non-rhabdomyosarcomatous soft tissue sarcoma</b> (a rare cancer of soft tissue), <b>neuroblastoma</b> (a cancer that starts in nerve tissue), <b>malignant germ cell tumour</b> (a cancer that starts in cells that would normally form eggs or sperm), or a <b>renal tumour</b> (a kidney tumour). The treatment used in the study is <b>indocyanine green</b>, given by injection. This dye can help the surgical team see certain tissues more clearly during the operation by using <b>near infrared fluorescence</b>, a special type of light-based imaging.</p>
<p>The purpose of the study is to see whether using indocyanine green during surgery helps the team find and remove more <b>lymph nodes</b> (small glands that are part of the body’s immune system) and whether this changes the surgery in any helpful or harmful way. Some patients will have surgery with the dye and the special light imaging, while others will have the same type of surgery without it. The study includes operations such as <b>nephroureterectomy</b> (removal of a kidney and the tube that carries urine from it) and <b>retroperitoneal lymph node dissection</b> (removal of lymph nodes from the back part of the abdomen).</p>
<p>During the study, the dye is given before or during surgery, and the surgical team then carries out the planned operation and removes tissue as needed. After surgery, the medical team checks for any side effects from the dye and watches for usual surgery-related problems during recovery. The study also looks at how the surgery went overall and how well the dye appeared to help during the procedure.</p>
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		<title>Study of Autologous Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes with Cyclophosphamide, Fludarabine and Aldesleukin in Patients with Germ Cell Tumors</title>
		<link>https://clinicaltrials.eu/trial/study-of-autologous-tumor-infiltrating-lymphocytes-with-cyclophosphamide-fludarabine-and-aldesleukin-in-patients-with-germ-cell-tumors/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:08:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This study is looking at germ cell tumors that have not responded to previous chemotherapy treatments. Germ cell tumors are a type of cancer that can develop in various parts of the body, often in the reproductive organs or other areas. The study will use a treatment called autologous tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, which involves taking immune [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This study is looking at <b>germ cell tumors</b> that have not responded to previous chemotherapy treatments. Germ cell tumors are a type of cancer that can develop in various parts of the body, often in the reproductive organs or other areas. The study will use a treatment called <b>autologous tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes</b>, which involves taking immune cells from the patient&#8217;s own tumor, growing them in a laboratory, and then giving them back to the patient through an infusion into the vein. Before receiving these cells, patients will receive preparatory treatments including <b>cyclophosphamide</b> and <b>fludarabine phosphate</b>, which are chemotherapy medicines given through the vein. After the infusion of the tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, patients will also receive <b>aldesleukin</b>, which is a medicine that helps support the immune system.</p>
<p>The purpose of this study is to evaluate how well this treatment with tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes works in patients with germ cell tumors that have not responded to previous treatments. The study will look at whether the tumors shrink, disappear, or stop growing, and will also measure certain substances in the blood called tumor markers that indicate cancer activity.</p>
<p>During the study, a piece of tumor tissue will first be removed from the patient through surgery or by taking small samples called biopsies. This tumor tissue will be used to grow the patient&#8217;s own immune cells in the laboratory. Once enough cells have been grown, the patient will receive the preparatory chemotherapy medicines, followed by the infusion of the grown immune cells, and then the immune-supporting medicine. The study will monitor patients for side effects and will regularly check the status of their tumors using imaging scans and blood tests to measure tumor markers and overall health.</p>
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		<title>Study of dornase alfa and cisplatin treatment for patients with refractory germ cell cancer</title>
		<link>https://clinicaltrials.eu/trial/study-of-dornase-alfa-and-cisplatin-treatment-for-patients-with-refractory-germ-cell-cancer/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:07:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This study focuses on treating germ cell cancer, a type of cancer that begins in the cells that produce eggs or sperm. The research examines a combination of two medications: dornase alfa, an enzyme that breaks down certain types of DNA, and cisplatin, a commonly used chemotherapy drug. This treatment approach is being studied in [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This study focuses on treating <b>germ cell cancer</b>, a type of cancer that begins in the cells that produce eggs or sperm. The research examines a combination of two medications: <b>dornase alfa</b>, an enzyme that breaks down certain types of DNA, and <b>cisplatin</b>, a commonly used chemotherapy drug. This treatment approach is being studied in patients whose cancer has returned or has not responded to previous treatments.</p>
<p>The study aims to determine if this combination of medications can help prevent the cancer from growing or spreading in patients who have already undergone at least two previous rounds of chemotherapy. The treatment will be given through <b>intravenous administration</b> and will continue for up to 24 months, depending on how well patients respond to the therapy.</p>
<p>During the study, patients will receive regular doses of both medications. <b>Cisplatin</b> will be given at doses up to 100 milligrams per square meter of body surface area, while <b>dornase alfa</b> will be administered at doses up to 125 micrograms per kilogram of body weight. The effectiveness of this treatment will be evaluated primarily by measuring how long patients remain without their disease getting worse.</p>
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		<title>Study on Improving Treatment for Young Adults with Poor-Prognosis Non-Seminomatous Germ-Cell Tumors Using Paclitaxel and Drug Combination</title>
		<link>https://clinicaltrials.eu/trial/study-on-improving-treatment-for-young-adults-with-poor-prognosis-non-seminomatous-germ-cell-tumors-using-paclitaxel-and-drug-combination/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:23:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This clinical trial focuses on improving outcomes for young adults with a type of cancer known as non-seminomatous germ-cell tumors. These tumors can originate in areas such as the testis, retroperitoneal (the area behind the abdominal cavity), and mediastinal (the area in the chest between the lungs) and are considered to have a poor prognosis [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This clinical trial focuses on improving outcomes for young adults with a type of cancer known as <b>non-seminomatous germ-cell tumors</b>. These tumors can originate in areas such as the testis, retroperitoneal (the area behind the abdominal cavity), and mediastinal (the area in the chest between the lungs) and are considered to have a poor prognosis when they have spread to other parts of the body. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a personalized treatment approach based on early assessment of tumor markers, which are substances in the body that can indicate the presence of cancer.</p>
<p>The treatment involves several medications, including <b>Paclitaxel</b>, <b>Mesna</b>, <b>Etoposide</b>, <b>Cisplatin</b>, <b>Lenograstim</b>, <b>Oxaliplatin</b>, <b>Ifosfamide</b>, <b>Carboplatin</b>, and <b>Bleomycin</b>. These medications are administered through infusions or injections, and their use is tailored to each patient&#8217;s needs. The study also includes the use of a placebo to compare the effects of the actual medications. The trial will monitor the progression of the disease and the overall survival of the participants, as well as any side effects experienced during the treatment.</p>
<p>Participants will undergo regular assessments to track their response to the treatment, including the use of <b>MRI</b> scans to check for any spread of the cancer to the brain. The study will also evaluate the quality of life of the participants using specific questionnaires. The goal is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these treatments can improve the health and well-being of patients with this challenging type of cancer.</p>
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		<title>Study Comparing Carboplatin and Cisplatin for Patients with Extracranial Malignant Germ Cell Tumors</title>
		<link>https://clinicaltrials.eu/trial/study-comparing-carboplatin-and-cisplatin-for-patients-with-extracranial-malignant-germ-cell-tumors/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This clinical trial is focused on studying Malignant Extracranial Germ Cell Tumors, which are a type of cancer that occurs outside the brain. The trial aims to compare the effectiveness of two chemotherapy drugs, Carboplatin and Cisplatin, in treating these tumors. Both drugs are used to kill cancer cells and are administered through an intravenous [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This clinical trial is focused on studying <i>Malignant Extracranial Germ Cell Tumors</i>, which are a type of cancer that occurs outside the brain. The trial aims to compare the effectiveness of two chemotherapy drugs, <i>Carboplatin</i> and <i>Cisplatin</i>, in treating these tumors. Both drugs are used to kill cancer cells and are administered through an intravenous method, meaning they are given directly into a vein.</p>
<p>The purpose of the study is to determine if <i>Carboplatin</i> is as effective as <i>Cisplatin</i> in treating patients with these tumors. Participants in the study will receive either <i>Carboplatin</i> or <i>Cisplatin</i> and will be monitored over time to see how well the treatment works. The study will look at how long patients remain free from cancer events, such as tumor growth or recurrence, and will also consider overall survival rates.</p>
<p>Throughout the study, researchers will also assess the safety of the treatments by monitoring any side effects or adverse reactions. Additionally, the study will evaluate other factors such as the number of hospital days required during treatment and the need for blood transfusions. The trial is expected to continue until 2028, providing valuable information on the best treatment options for patients with <i>Malignant Extracranial Germ Cell Tumors</i>.</p>
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