Study of Denosumab for Prevention of Skeletal Disease Progression in Children With Fibrous Dysplasia

Last updated: February 22, 2025
Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)
Overall Status: Active - Not Recruiting

Phase

2

Condition

Bone Neoplasm

Bone Diseases

Treatment

denosumab

Clinical Study ID

NCT05419050
10000780
000780-D
  • Ages 4-14
  • All Genders

Study Summary

Background:

Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a disease that affects the bones. It causes bone lesions that can become weak and lead to fractures, deformity, and nerve injuries. FD bone lesions begin to develop soon after birth and grow during childhood. The lesions stop growing in adults but can still cause disability. Researchers want to find ways to stop the growth of FD bone lesions.

Objective:

To test a study drug (denosumab) in children with FD.

Eligibility:

Children aged 4 to 14 years with FD and who are also enrolled in the Screening and Natural History protocol (98-D-0145).

Design:

Participants will have a screening visit at the NIH clinic or by telehealth. Their medical history will be reviewed.

Participants will stay overnight in the hospital 4 times in 76 weeks. Each stay will last 5 to 7 nights.

Participants will also visit a local lab for blood and urine tests every 4 weeks during the study.

Participants will receive denosumab once every 4 weeks for 48 weeks. The medication is given as a shot injected under the skin using a small needle. Some injections may be performed at home by a caregiver. The caregiver will receive training for this procedure.

Participants will undergo many tests that may be repeated throughout the study. They will have a dental exam. They will have tests of their strength and ability to move freely. They will have x-rays and other scans to get pictures of their bones.

Participants will be given another medicine that is administered through a needle in the arm over 30 minutes.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • INCLUSION CRITERIA:

In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:

  • Confirmed diagnosis of fibrous dysplasia

  • Age 4 to 14 years

  • Concurrent enrollment in the companion Screening and Natural History protocol 98-D-0145

  • Provision of signed and dated informed consent form

  • Stated willingness of guardian/Legally Authorized Representative (LAR) to complywith all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study

  • Ability of guardian/LAR to understand and the willingness to sign a written informedconsent document

  • For females of reproductive potential: agreement to use highly effectivecontraception for during study participation. Highly effective contraception methodsinclude:

  • Total abstinence. Periodic abstinence (e.g., calendar, ovulation,symptothermal, post-ovulation methods) and withdrawal are not acceptablemethods of contraception.

  • Combination of the following (a+b or a+c, or b+c):

  • Use of oral, injected or implanted hormonal methods of contraception orother forms of hormonal contraception that have comparable efficacy (failure rate <1%), for example hormone vaginal ring or transdermalhormone contraception

  • Placement of an intrauterine device (IUD) or intrauterine system (IUS)

  • Barrier methods of contraception: Condom or Occlusive cap (diaphragm orcervical/vault caps) with spermicidal foam/gel/film/cream/vaginalsuppository

  • For males of reproductive potential: use of condoms or other methods to ensureeffective contraception with partner

  • Minimum body weight of 12 kilograms

Exclusion

EXCLUSION CRITERIA:

An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:

  • Pregnancy or lactation

  • Known allergic reactions to denosumab

  • Prior history, or current evidence, of osteomyelitis/osteonecrosis of the jaw

  • Planned invasive dental procedure for the course of the study

  • Presence of non-healed dental or oral surgery

  • Orthopedic procedure performed less than 6-weeks prior to first day of the denosumabadministration (Day 0)

  • Acute fracture less than 6-weeks prior to first day of the denosumab administration (Day 0)

  • Serum calcium or albumin-adjusted serum calcium below the normal range for the NIHlaboratory (patients will be eligible for re-screening after a repletion periodlasting up to 6 months)

  • 25-hydroxyvitamin D level than 20 ng/mL (patients will be eligible for re screeningafter a repletion period lasting up to 6 months)

  • Untreated or inadequately treated hypophosphatemia as determined by the principalinvestigator (patients will be eligible for re-screening after initiation oroptimization of phosphorus replacement no longer than 6 months)

  • Inability to comply with a non-sedated 18F-NaF PET/CT (subjects will be eligible forre- screening after 6 months)

  • Use of another investigational agent within the last 3 months prior to the first dayof the denosumab administration (Day 0)

  • Have any condition which in the opinion of the PI could present a concern forsubject safety or difficulty with data interpretation.

Study Design

Total Participants: 15
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: denosumab
Phase: 2
Study Start date:
October 12, 2022
Estimated Completion Date:
January 09, 2026

Study Description

Study Description:

This will be a phase 2, open label, single arm study of denosumab treatment to prevent fibrous dysplasia (FD) lesion progression in children.

Objectives:

Primary Objective:

Evaluate the effect of denosumab on FD lesion progression in children.

Secondary Objectives:

  • Evaluate the effects of denosumab on FD lesion activity.

  • Evaluate the effect of denosumab on strength and mobility.

  • Evaluate the effect of denosumab on pain and quality of life.

  • Evaluate the safety and tolerability of denosumab in children with FD.

Endpoints:

Primary Endpoint:

Change in Skeletal Burden Score from baseline to 48 weeks

Secondary Endpoints:

  • Percent change in serum bone turnover markers from baseline to 48 weeks: Procollagen 1 Intact N-Terminal Propeptide (P1NP, formation marker), C- telopeptides (CTX, resorption marker), osteocalcin, and bone-specific alkaline phosphatase

  • Change in 18F-NaF PET/CT total lesion activity from baseline to 48 weeks

  • Change in 18F-NaF PET/CT sentinel lesion intensity (SUVmax) from baseline to 48 weeks

  • Change in functional parameters from baseline to 48 weeks, including muscle strength, range-of-motion, and walking speed

  • Change in patient-reported outcome scales evaluating pain and quality of life from baseline to 48 weeks, including PROMIS Pediatric measures of Pain Intensity, Pain Interference, Mobility, and Fatigue.

Connect with a study center

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland 20892
    United States

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