ACTION: a randomized phase 3 study of ONC201 (dordaviprone) in patients with newly diagnosed H3 K27M-mutant diffuse

Isabel Arrillaga-Romany1, Andrew Lassman2, Susan L McGovern3

  • 1Mass General Cancer Center, Neuro-Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

Neuro-Oncology
|March 6, 2024
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

This phase 3 trial investigates ONC201 for newly diagnosed H3 K27M-mutant glioma, a rare childhood cancer lacking effective treatments. The study aims to determine if ONC201 improves overall survival and progression-free survival in these patients.

Area of Science:

  • Neuro-oncology
  • Pediatric oncology
  • Translational oncology

Background:

  • H3 K27M-mutant diffuse glioma is an aggressive brain tumor primarily affecting young individuals.
  • Current treatment options for newly diagnosed H3 K27M-mutant glioma are limited, with a poor prognosis.
  • ONC201 has shown prior efficacy in recurrent disease settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of ONC201 (dordaviprone) in patients with newly diagnosed H3 K27M-mutant diffuse glioma.
  • To assess the impact of ONC201 on overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS).

Main Methods:

  • A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, international phase 3 trial (ACTION; NCT05580562).
  • Patients randomized 1:1:1 to placebo, once-weekly ONC201, or twice-weekly ONC201 after frontline radiotherapy.
  • Primary endpoints: OS and PFS assessed by Response Assessment in Neuro-Oncology High-Grade Glioma (RANO-HGG) criteria.

Main Results:

  • The study is currently enrolling patients internationally.
  • Primary efficacy endpoints (OS and PFS) are yet to be determined.

Conclusions:

  • The ACTION trial will provide critical data on the efficacy and safety of ONC201 for newly diagnosed H3 K27M-mutant glioma.
  • Results are anticipated to inform future treatment strategies for this challenging pediatric brain tumor.