CAR-T therapy for high-risk B-ALL patients

Clinical Trial for the Safety and Efficacy of Induction Chemotherapy With Azacitidine+Venetoclax (VA) and Bridging CD19CD22 CAR-T Therapy in Adult Patients With Newly Diagnosed High-Risk and Ph-negative (Ph-) B-ALL

Phase 2 Interventional The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University · NCT06078306

This study is testing a new treatment combining chemotherapy and CAR-T therapy for adults newly diagnosed with high-risk B-ALL to see if it can improve their outcomes.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment20 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorThe First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsCAR-T, chemotherapy
Locations1 site (Suzhou, Jiangsu)
Trial IDNCT06078306 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the safety and efficacy of a combination of induction chemotherapy and CD19CD22 CAR-T therapy in adult patients newly diagnosed with high-risk B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (B-ALL). The study employs a prospective, single-arm design, focusing on patients who meet specific criteria related to their leukemia's immunophenotype and risk classification. Participants will receive a regimen that includes Azacitidine and Venetoclax, followed by CAR-T therapy targeting CD19 and CD22 antigens.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 65 with newly diagnosed high-risk B-ALL that is CD19 and CD22 positive.

Not a fit: Patients with severe active infections, previous CAR-T therapy, or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve treatment outcomes for patients with high-risk B-ALL.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with CAR-T therapies in treating various leukemias, indicating potential success for this novel approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age≥18 and ≤65 years old
2. Newly diagnosed and high risk B-ALL according to the 2022 WHO classification
3. The immunophenotype of leukemia cells were CD19 and CD22 positive and Ph-;
4. Anticipated survival time more than 12 weeks;
5. Those who voluntarily participated in this trial and provided informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. History of craniocerebral trauma, conscious disturbance, epilepsy, cerebrovascular ischemia, and cerebrovascular hemorrhagic diseases;
2. Electrocardiogram shows prolonged QT interval, severe heart diseases such as severe arrhythmia in the past;
3. Pregnant (or lactating) women;
4. Patients with severe active infections (excluding simple urinary tract infection and bacterial pharyngitis);
5. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive; Active infection of hepatitis B virus or hepatitis C virus
6. Previously treated with any CAR-T cell product or other genetically-modified T cell therapies;
7. Creatinine\>2.5mg/dl, or ALT / AST \> 3 times of normal amounts, or bilirubin\>2.0 mg/dl;
8. Other uncontrolled diseases that were not suitable for this trial;
9. Any situations that the investigator believes may increase the risk of patients or interfere with the results of study.

Where this trial is running

Suzhou, Jiangsu

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 B Acute Lymphoblastic LeukemiaPh-Negative ALLHigh Risk Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.