Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour — Research Summary
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5 Most Recent Research Articles
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Functional Outcomes and Recurrence After Arthroscopy-Based Treatment of Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis of the Knee: A 20-Year Single-Center Series.
Konstantinou Efstathios et al. — Cancers (7 April 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41976400/
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Optimal clinical management of tenosynovial giant cell tumours: a UK perspective.
Stern Sydney et al. — Bone & joint open (3 April 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41927057/
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Pexidartinib: Current advances in the symptomatic treatment of tenosynovial giant cell tumors.
Yuan Yulin et al. — Cancer metastasis reviews (2 April 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41922828/
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Computed Tomography Imaging Study of a Diffuse Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour in the Temporomandibular Joint.
He Zong Han et al. — The Chinese journal of dental research (18 March 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41848306/
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Expression of Molecular Markers Associated with Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumours and Bone Destruction: A Systematic Review.
Ward Thomas R W et al. — Journal of clinical medicine (15 March 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41899159/
Clinical Trials — Australian Sites
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Study of Vimseltinib for Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
Active (not recruiting) — Phase 3 — Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, LLC
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05059262
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Study of Vimseltinib (DCC-3014) in Patients With Advanced Tumors and Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
Active (not recruiting) — Phase 1 — Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, LLC
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT03069469
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Study to Evaluate Discontinuation and Re-Treatment in Participants With Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor (TGCT) Previously Treated With Pexidartinib
Completed — Phase 4 — Daiichi Sankyo
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04526704
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A Study to Evaluate Safety and Efficacy of AMB-05X Injections in Subjects With TGCT
Completed — Phase 2 — AmMax Bio, Inc.
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05349643
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Phase 3 Study of Pexidartinib for Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) or Giant Cell Tumor of the Tendon Sheath (GCT-TS)
Completed — Phase 3 — Daiichi Sankyo
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT02371369
Source: RareWays research directory. Data from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, ClinicalTrials.gov.
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Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour
Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour (TGCT) is a rare, locally aggressive tumour arising from the synovial tissue of joints, tendon sheaths, and bursae. It occurs in two subtypes: localised (a tumour with a distinct, contained boundary) and diffuse (infiltrative growth without a clear boundary, which can destroy surrounding cartilage and bone). The diffuse subtype frequently recurs after surgery. Targeted therapies blocking the CSF1/CSF1R pathway have become an important treatment option for disease that cannot be fully removed surgically.
Most Recent Research
Background/Objectives: Tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TGCT), historically referred to as pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS), is a rare proliferative synovial disorder that most commonly affects the knee and may lead to progressive joint damage. Surgical synovectomy remains the mainstay of treatment, although recurrence remains a concern, particularly in diffuse disease. The purpose of this study was to evaluate functional outcomes and recurrence following arthroscopic synovectomy with selective open excision for TGCT of the knee. Methods: This retrospective case series included patients treated surgically for TGCT of the knee at a single tertiary orthopaedic center between 2003 and 2023. The extended study period may have introduced variability in surgical technique and perioperative management due to evolving clinical practice. All patients underwent arthroscopic synovectomy, with open excision performed when necessary to address posterior or extra-articular disease not amenable to complete arthroscopic resection. Functional outcomes and knee range of motion were evaluated preoperatively and at final follow-up. Recurrence and complications were recorded. Results: A total of 43 patients were included with a mean follow-up of 8.1 years. Diffuse TGCT was present in 32 patients (74%), while 11 patients (26%) had localized disease. Arthroscopic synovectomy was performed in all cases, with additional open excision required in 10 patients. Functional scores and range of motion improved significantly at final follow-up (p < 0.001). Disease recurrence occurred in 8 patients (18.6%), all with diffuse disease, and was treated with revision arthroscopic synovectomy. Conclusions: Arthroscopic synovectomy with selective open excision when required was associated with significant improvement in functional outcomes and knee range of motion. Disease recurrence occurred in 18.6% of patients and exclusively in those with diffuse disease, emphasizing the need for careful postoperative surveillance.
Common Questions
What is Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour?
Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour (TGCT) is a rare, locally aggressive tumour arising from the synovial tissue of joints, tendon sheaths, and bursae. It occurs in two subtypes: localised (a tumour with a distinct, contained boundary) and diffuse (infiltrative growth without a clear boundary, which can destroy surrounding cartilage and bone). The diffuse subtype frequently recurs after surgery. Targeted therapies blocking the CSF1/CSF1R pathway have become an important treatment option for disease that cannot be fully removed surgically.
How many clinical trials are available for Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour?
RareWays currently indexes 24 clinical trials for Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour, of which 5 are actively recruiting. Trial availability changes as new studies are registered — check the trials tab for current status.
Where does the research data for Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumour come from?
RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is updated regularly by Rocky, RareWays' automated research engine. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.
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