Imatinib and fampridine before surgery for KIT-mutant GIST
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether combining two oral medications, imatinib and fampridine, before surgery can shrink GIST tumors that have a specific KIT gene mutation. The goal is to improve surgical outcomes and potentially reduce the risk of the tumor coming back.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Your GIST tumor must have a specific gene change called a KIT exon 11 mutation.
- You have not had any prior treatment for GIST (surgery or medication).
- Your doctor plans to remove your tumor with surgery and believes preoperative medication may help.
- You must be in good overall health, with no history of seizures, serious heart or liver disease, or other major medical conditions.
Quick eligibility check
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