Genomic Risk in Retroperitoneal Sarcoma (NCT06436846)
Characterization of the Genomic Risk Underlying Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The protocol intends to explore the biology which may underlie recurrences of retroperitoneal liposarcoma. Surgery remains the only curative intent intervention for this disease. Often, tumors recur in locations within the retroperitoneum remote from the original primary tumor. This study hypothesizes that normal appearing retroperitoneal fat actually harbors underlying genetic changes which predispose to development of future liposarcoma. To accomplish this goal, retroperitoneal fat is sampled from quadrants within and remote from the primary tumor and is subsequently subjected to genetic analyses looking for such predisposing factors.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Fox Chase Cancer Center — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Biospecimen sample collection during standard-of-care surgery (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Fox Chase Cancer Center — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (215) 728-3686
Email: anthony.villano@fccc.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.