Allogeneic stem cell transplantation for patients with myelodysplastic syndrome based on risk assessment

Allogeneic Transplantation in Patients With Myelodysplastic Syndrome Based on Risk According to Revised-International Prognostic Scoring System (R-IPSS)

Not applicable Interventional University Of Perugia · NCT04801563

This study is testing if a special type of stem cell transplant combined with targeted treatments can help people with high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome live longer and healthier.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment80 (estimated)
AgesN/A to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Of Perugia Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsimmunotherapy
Locations1 site (Perugia, PG)
Trial IDNCT04801563 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) combined with Total Marrow and Lymphoid Irradiation (TMLI) and Treg/Tcon adoptive immunotherapy in improving overall survival for patients with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) categorized as Intermediate, High, or Very-High risk according to the Revised International Prognostic Scoring System (R-IPSS). Eligible patients will undergo regular risk assessments, and those with Intermediate risk may be considered for transplantation if their risk increases. The primary endpoint is overall survival, while secondary endpoints include treatment-related mortality and the incidence of graft versus host disease. This approach aims to tailor treatment based on individual risk profiles.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 70 years or younger with Intermediate, High, or Very-High risk MDS.

Not a fit: Patients with Very Low or Low risk MDS or those over 70 years old may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve survival rates for patients with high-risk MDS.

How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of therapies in high-risk MDS patients is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients affected by Myelodysplastic Syndrome with IPSS-R INT, HIGH or VERY HIGH;
* Age \<71 years;
* Signature of the informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients affected by Myelodysplastic Syndrome with IPSS-R VERY LOW or LOW;
* Patients affected by Myelodysplastic Syndrome/Myeloproliferative Neoplasm;
* Age \>70 years;
* No signature of the informed consent

Where this trial is running

Perugia, PG

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions MDS and Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation
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