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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 2INTERVENTIONAL

Targeted Approach to Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) Using MEK Inhibitor, Trametinib

Targeted Approach to Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) Using MEK Inhibitor, Trametinib (NCT06582745) is a Phase 2 interventional studying Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, sponsored by Cook Children's Health Care System. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

The purpose of this Phase II clinical trial is to establish the safety and effectiveness of trametinib, a targeted therapy, for the treatment of newly or recently diagnosed Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) among pediatric patients.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and continue monitoring side effects. Phase 2 enrolls larger groups (typically 100–300 patients) and produces the first real efficacy signal. A successful Phase 2 readout is what unlocks the much larger Phase 3 confirmatory trials needed for FDA approval.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

Target enrollment of 75 participants puts this in the typical range for a Phase 2-style efficacy study or a moderate Phase 3 trial in a focused Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis subpopulation. At this scale, the study has enough statistical power to detect a clear treatment effect but is not the largest cohort in the field.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Diagnosis/disease status: - Patients with newly diagnosed Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) OR - Patients with relapsed or refractory disease OR - Patients with newly diagnosed or relapsed/refractory disease who are receiving the liquid formula of trametinib OR - Patients who have been receiving trametinib as a treatment for LCH since January 1, 2020 may be included in the observational chart review to track long-term follow-up. Eligibility for chart review cohort will include receiving trametinib as treatment. - Diagnosis confirmed with biopsy prior to start of treatment - Patient must have adequate cardiac function evident through Echocardiogram (ECHO) and Electrocardiogram (EKG) within 30 days of starting treatment. - Shortening fraction of ≥ 27% by echocardiogram or - Ejection fraction of ≥ 50% by gated radionuclide study - QTC \< 480 msec - Performance status: Patients must have a performance status corresponding to ECOG scores of 0, 1, or 2. Use Karnofsky ≥ 50% for patients \> 16 years of age and Lansky ≥50% for patients ≤16 years of age. - Adequate organ and marrow function as defined below: - Absolute Neutrophil count ≥ 1,500/μL - platelet count at least 100x103/μL - Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5X ULN for age - AST/ALT ≤ 2.5 X ULN for age - Serum creatinine based on age/gender - blood count (hemoglobin) at least 8 g/dL - Patients with bone marrow disease must have blood count (hemoglobin) at least 8 g/dL with transfusion support allowed - Women of childbearing potential and men must agree to use adequate contraception (hormonal or barrier method of birth control; abstinence) prior to study entry, for the duration of study participation, and for 4 months after the last dose. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study, she should inform her treating physician immediately. - Ability to understand study procedures and to comply with them for the entire length of the study. ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis/disease status: * Patients with newly diagnosed Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) OR * Patients with relapsed or refractory disease OR * Patients with newly diagnosed or relapsed/refractory disease who are receiving the liquid formula of trametinib OR * Patients who have been receiving trametinib as a treatment for LCH since January 1, 2020 may be included in the observational chart review to track long-term follow-up. Eligibility for chart review cohort will include receiving trametinib as treatment. * Diagnosis confirmed with biopsy prior to start of treatment * Patient must have adequate cardiac function evident through Echocardiogram (ECHO) and Electrocardiogram (EKG) within 30 days of starting treatment. * Shortening fraction of ≥ 27% by echocardiogram or * Ejection fraction of ≥ 50% by gated radionuclide study * QTC \< 480 msec * Performance status: Patients must have a performance status corresponding to ECOG scores of 0, 1, or 2. Use Karnofsky ≥ 50% for patients \> 16 years of age and Lansky ≥50% for patients ≤16 years of age. * Adequate organ and marrow function as defined below: * Absolute Neutrophil count ≥ 1,500/μL * Platelets ≥ 100x103/μL * Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5X ULN for age * AST/ALT ≤ 2.5 X ULN for age * Serum creatinine based on age/gender * Hemoglobin ≥ 8 g/dL * Patients with bone marrow disease must have hemoglobin ≥ 8 g/dL with transfusion support allowed * Women of childbearing potential and men must agree to use adequate contraception (hormonal or barrier method of birth control; abstinence) prior to study entry, for the duration of study participation, and for 4 months after the last dose. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study, she should inform her treating physician immediately. * Ability to understand study procedures and to comply with them for the entire length of the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients diagnosed with Low-Risk True Skin Only or a Single Bone lesion that does not require treatment and will only be observed will not be eligible, with the exception of CNS-risk lesions/special site disease or functionally critical lesions: * CNS-risk/special site includes: Sphenoid, Mastoid, Orbital, zygomatic, ethmoid, maxillary, or temporal bones, the cranial fossa, pituitary gland or neurodegenerative disease, odontoid peg, vertebral lesion with intraspinal soft tissue extension * Functionally critical: A single lesion not described above which may cause "functionally critical anatomic abnormality" wherein attempts at local therapy would cause unacceptable morbidity. This can be at the discretion of the Principal Investigator. * Patients whose genetic testing reveals a class 3 MAP2K1 mutation: * I103\_K104del * E102\_I103del * L98\_K104delinsQ * L98\_I103del * I99\_K104del * Patients who present with jaundice at diagnosis. * Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding are not eligible. Women of childbearing potential must receive a negative pregnancy test within 14 days of starting treatment or the patient will not be eligible. * Patients who are allergic to trametinib * Current drug or alcohol use or dependence that, in the opinion of the site investigator, would interfere with adherence to study requirements. * Inability or unwillingness of patient or parent/legally authorized representative to give written informed consent.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Trametinib

Participants will be given trametinib as a single agent once a day dosing, with a maximum dose of 2kg. Participants who are able to swallow pills will be given oral tablets. Participants unable to swallow pills will be dispensed the liquid formula concentrate at 0.05mg/mL with dosing of 0.015mg/kg.

Locations (1)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Cook Children's Health Care System
Fort Worth, Texas, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06582745), the sponsor (Cook Children's Health Care System), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT06582745 clinical trial studying?

The purpose of this Phase II clinical trial is to establish the safety and effectiveness of trametinib, a targeted therapy, for the treatment of newly or recently diagnosed Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) among pediatric patients. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT06582745?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT06582745?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT06582745. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06582745. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.