Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Characterizing genetic and protein changes in adult AML patients with specific rearrangements

Official title: Novel Approaches to Target MECOM/EVI1 in Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Run by Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto · NCT05839392 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to learn more about the genetic and protein changes in adults with a specific type of acute myeloid leukemia to improve understanding and treatment options.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment24 (estimated)
SponsorGruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Piacenza)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 13, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedDecember 29, 2023
Trial IDNCT05839392 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with AML featuring MECOM or atypical 3q26 rearrangements.

Probably not a fit

Patients with AML who do not have MECOM or atypical 3q26 rearrangements may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This academic, multicenter study focuses on patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have MECOM or atypical 3q26 rearrangements. It aims to collect and analyze bone marrow samples and biopsies to characterize the genome, transcriptome, and proteome of these patients. The study will gather data before and after treatment, as well as at relapse, to better understand the biological underpinnings of this specific AML subtype.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and targeted therapies for AML patients with MECOM or atypical 3q26 rearrangements.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is focused on a specific genetic alteration in AML, similar studies have shown promise in characterizing other subtypes of leukemia, suggesting potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* AML with MECOM or atypical 3q26 rearrangements.
* Age ≥18.
* Signed written informed consent according to ICH/EU/GCP and national local laws.

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Ematologia
    Piacenza, Italy
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Giovanni Roti — Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma
  • Study coordinator: Paola Fazi
  • Email: p.fazi@gimema.it
  • Phone: 0670390528

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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