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A T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma arising from the skin. Representative examples include mycosis fungoides and primary cutaneous anaplastic large cell lymphoma.
Biomarker and diagnostic research for primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma has been reported in the published literature.
4 FDA-approved treatments are available for primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including BEXAROTENE (TARGRETIN, approved 1999), DENILEUKIN DIFTITOX-CXDL (LYMPHIR, approved 2024), and ROMIDEPSIN (ISTODAX, approved 2009). An additional 22 compounds hold orphan drug designation.
Brand Name | Generic Name | Mechanism | Approved |
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75 clinical trials registered, 38 recruiting. Interventions under study include drug therapy, other interventions, procedural interventions, and biologic therapy. Pipeline includes 1 PHASE4, 3 PHASE3, 21 PHASE2. Research is sponsored by a mix of industry and academic institutions.
NCT ID | Title | Phase | Sponsor | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
[NCT01137825](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT01137825) |
Data assembled from 4 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 20, 2026, 8:43 AM UTC
LYMPHIR | DENILEUKIN DIFTITOX-CXDL | — | 2024 | Available |
ISTODAX | ROMIDEPSIN | — | 2009 | Available |
TARGRETIN | BEXAROTENE | — | 1999 | Available |
UVADEX | METHOXSALEN | — | 1999 | Available |
The following drugs have received orphan drug designation from the FDA for primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Orphan designation reflects regulatory interest and does not indicate approval for treatment.
Brand Name | Generic Name | Sponsor | Designated | Exclusivity End | Designation Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
resminostat mesilate | resminostat mesilate | 4SC AG | 2023 | — | Designated |
a ligand binding moiety to STAT3, a chemical linker, and a ligand binding moiety to an E3 ligase that leads to STAT3 degradation | a ligand binding moiety to STAT3, a chemical linker, and a ligand binding moiety to an E3 ligase that leads to STAT3 degradation | Kymera Therapeutics | 2022 | — | Designated |
PEGylated 24-amino acid peptide inhibitor of Interleukin-2, Interleukin-9 and Interleukin-15 | PEGylated 24-amino acid peptide inhibitor of Interleukin-2, Interleukin-9 and Interleukin-15 | Equillium, Inc. | 2019 | — | Withdrawn |
tenalisib | tenalisib | Rhizen Pharmaceuticals SA | 2018 | — | Designated |
1-118-signal regulatory protein alpha (human) fusion protein with immunoglobulin G1 (human Fc fragment), dimer | 1-118-signal regulatory protein alpha (human) fusion protein with immunoglobulin G1 (human Fc fragment), dimer | Trillium Therapeutics Inc. | 2018 | — | Withdrawn |
fenretinide | fenretinide | SciTech Development, LLC | 2017 | — | Designated |
lacutamab | lacutamab | Innate Pharma | 2017 | — | Designated |
resiquimod | resiquimod | Galderma Research and Development, LLC | 2017 | — | Designated |
Brentuximab vedotin | Brentuximab vedotin | Seagen Inc. | 2017 | — | Designated |
liposomal vinorelbine | liposomal vinorelbine | Taiwan Liposome Company, Ltd. | 2016 | — | Designated |
doxorubicin | doxorubicin | Louis D. Falo, Jr. | 2015 | — | Designated |
A-dmDT390-bisFv(UCHT1) | A-dmDT390-bisFv(UCHT1) | Angimmune, LLC | 2014 | — | Designated |
methylparaben suberohydroxamic acid phenyl ester | methylparaben suberohydroxamic acid phenyl ester | Biossil Inc. | 2013 | — | Designated |
hydralazine - magnesium valproate | hydralazine - magnesium valproate | Neolpharma S.A.DE C.V. | 2011 | — | Designated |
Panobinostat | Panobinostat | Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2007 | — | Withdrawn |
N-[4-(4-amino-2-ethyl-lH-imidazo[4,5-c]quinolin-1-yl)butyl]methanesulfonamide | N-[4-(4-amino-2-ethyl-lH-imidazo[4,5-c]quinolin-1-yl)butyl]methanesulfonamide | Pfizer, Inc. | 2006 | — | Withdrawn |
hypericin | hypericin | Soligenix, Inc. | 2000 | — | Designated |
Pentostatin | Pentostatin | SuperGen, Inc. | 1998 | — | Designated |
Facilitated DNA Plasmid Vaccine | Facilitated DNA Plasmid Vaccine | Wyeth-Lederle Vaccines and Pediatrics | 1995 | — | Designated |
Ricin (blocked) conjugated murine monoclonal antibody (CD6) | Ricin (blocked) conjugated murine monoclonal antibody (CD6) | ImmunoGen, Inc. | 1994 | — | Withdrawn |
Peldesine | Peldesine | BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1993 | — | Designated |
Interferon beta (recombinant) | Interferon beta (recombinant) | Biogen, Inc. | 1991 | — | Withdrawn |
Gene therapy approaches for primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma have been reported in the published literature.
75 trials found
Registry of Older Patients With Cancer |
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UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center |
RECRUITING |
[NCT06698822](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06698822) | A Phase 2 Trial to Assess Safety and Efficacy of Tofacitinib 2% Cream in the Treatment of Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma (CTCL), Stages IA, IB, and IIA | PHASE2 | M.D. Anderson Cancer Center | RECRUITING |
[NCT05333367](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05333367) | MORPHEE : Mechanisms of Cell Death Induced by Extracorporeal Photochemotherapy | NA | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon | RECRUITING |
[NCT03017820](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT03017820) | A Vaccine (VSV-hIFNβ-NIS) With or Without Cyclophosphamide and Combinations of Ipilimumab, Nivolumab, and Cemiplimab in Treating Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia or Lymphoma | PHASE1 | Mayo Clinic | RECRUITING |
[NCT06860880](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06860880) | Combating Cancer-Related Fatigue: A Personalized Supportive Care Program | NA | UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center | RECRUITING |
311 publications have been identified in PubMed for primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Research spans Review / Meta-Analysis (31%), Basic Science / Preclinical (18%), and Case Report / Case Series (14%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Research summaries | 95 | 31% |
Laboratory research | 57 | 18% |
Patient case studies | 44 | 14% |
Disease patterns and progression | 37 | 12% |
Clinical study results | 30 | 10% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 19 | 6% |
Other research | 15 | 5% |
New treatment approaches | 14 | 5% |
El Mousadik M (2026). [PMID: 42220805](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42220805/). *Cureus*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Damaj G (2026). [PMID: 41031482](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41031482/). *J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Vakiti A (2026). [PMID: 29763049](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29763049/). *Unknown Journal*. [Other]
Bejarano L (2026). [PMID: 40065681](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40065681/). *Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Sacknovitz Y (2026). [PMID: 41920459](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41920459/). *Am J Clin Dermatol*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Schummer P (2026). [PMID: 41025752](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41025752/). *J Dtsch Dermatol Ges*. [Clinical Trial Publication]
Jfri A (2026). [PMID: 42238284](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42238284/). *Saudi Med J*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Yogo T (2026). [PMID: 41787705](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41787705/). *Vet Ophthalmol*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Ghosh S (2026). [PMID: 40906883](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40906883/). *The British journal of dermatology*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Junkins-Hopkins JM (2026). [PMID: 41951332](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41951332/). *Dermatol Clin*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
AI-curated news mentioning primary cutaneous T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Updated Jul 21, 2026
A 20-year study on primary cutaneous γδ T-cell lymphoma reveals significant clinical heterogeneity, providing insights into patient management and treatment strategies. This research underscores the complexity of this rare lymphoma subtype.
Recent studies highlight the potential of brentuximab vedotin in treating cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, particularly in CD30-negative and CD30-low cases. This emerging evidence could inform future therapeutic strategies for this challenging subset of the disease.
Ongoing clinical trials are exploring new therapies for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, focusing on innovative strategies that do not rely on a patient's own T cells. Experts express optimism about the potential effectiveness of these early-phase trials in the coming years.
A recent retrospective analysis of primary cutaneous lymphomas in children highlights the clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes at a single center. This narrative review consolidates existing literature, providing insights into this rare disease's management.