Synovial Sarcoma Registry and Biospecimen Repository
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Summary
The purpose of this study is to collect and store data and samples for future research to attempt to improve outcomes for patients with synovial sarcoma. The future research will involve various types of genetic testing. Participants will be asked to allow access to medical records and leftover tumor tissue and may be asked to give a blood or saliva sample. Participants will also be asked to completed questionnaires about their medical history and may be contacted every 6 to 12 months for updates for up to 10 years.
Description
This study will enroll patients with a diagnosis of Synovial Sarcoma. Following consent, demographic, clinical, treatment and outcome data will be collected from an interview and/or online survey. This will include a request for contact information for the subject's treating hospitals/physicians and a release of records request to obtain medical records. At approximately 6-12 month intervals for up to 10 years after initial diagnosis and/or relapse, subjects and/or their treating hospitals may be contacted to provide updates on treatment and outcomes. Tumor samples may be collected from res…
Eligibility
- Age range
- Not specified
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Males or females of any age 2. Reported diagnosis of synovial sarcoma 3. Informed consent from subject (aged ≥18 years) or parent/guardian Exclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals with sarcomas that do not fit the definition of those considered for this registry 2. Individuals who are unwilling to participate 3. Individuals who are unwilling or unable to provide written consent
Location
- Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania