Combining a pediatric treatment approach with Venetoclax for young and adult patients with a specific type of leukemia

Pediatric-inspired Regimen Combined With Venetoclax for Adolescent and Adult Patients With de Novo Philadelphia Chromosome-Negative Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Phase 2 Interventional Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China · NCT05660473

This study is testing a new treatment plan that combines a pediatric approach with Venetoclax to see if it helps teenagers and adults with a specific type of leukemia achieve better recovery and reduce the chance of relapse.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages14 Years to 60 Years
SexAll
SponsorInstitute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China Academic / other
Locations1 site (Tianjin)
Trial IDNCT05660473 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of a pediatric-inspired treatment regimen combined with Venetoclax for adolescents and adults diagnosed with de novo Philadelphia chromosome-negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph- ALL). The study aims to improve the rate of minimal residual disease (MRD)-negative complete remission after the initial treatment phase and to reduce the likelihood of relapse, thereby enhancing overall survival rates. Participants will receive a combination of chemotherapy agents including Vincristine, Daunorubicin, Cyclophosphamide, Pegaspargase, and Prednisone, alongside Venetoclax, which is known for its role in targeting B-cell lymphoma. The trial is designed for patients aged 14 to 60 years who meet specific health criteria.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adolescents and adults aged 14 to 60 years with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Not a fit: Patients with Burkitt lymphoma/leukemia or acute leukemia of ambiguous lineage, as well as pregnant women, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve remission rates and overall survival for patients with a challenging form of leukemia.

How similar studies have performed: While the combination of pediatric-inspired regimens with Venetoclax is a novel approach, preliminary studies suggest potential effectiveness in similar contexts.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* De novo and primary Ph/BCR-ABL1 negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia diagnosed by the bone marrow cytomorphology, immunophenotyping, cytogenetics and molecular biology according to WHO classification
* Age: 14 -60 years
* Male or female
* ECOG Performance Status 0-2
* Adequate end organ function as defined by: Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5 x upper limit of normal(ULN); serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≤ 2.5 x ULN or ≤5 x ULN if leukemic involvement of the liver is present; Creatinine ≤ 1.5 x ULN; Serum amylase and lipase ≤ 1.5 x ULN; Alkaline phosphatase ≤ 2.5 x ULN unless considered tumor related; normal electrolytes: Potassium ≥ LLN; Magnesium ≥ LLN; Phosphorus ≥ LLN; Cardiac color Doppler ultrasound ejection fraction ≥ 45%;
* Subject has provided written informed consent prior to any screening procedure

Exclusion Criteria:

* Burkitt lymphoma/leukemia
* Acute Leukemia of Ambiguous Lineage
* Female patients who are pregnant or breast feeding
* Uncontrolled active serious infections that could, in the investigator's opinion, potentially interfere with the completion of treatment
* History of pancreatitis
* Poorly controlled diabetes, defined as glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) values of \>7.5%. Patients with preexisting, well-controlled diabetes are not excluded
* History of active gastrointestinal bleeding within the last 6 months
* History of arterial/venous thrombosis within the last 6 months
* Known HIV seropositivity
* Any serious psychiatric illness that could, in the investigator's opinion, potentially interfere with the completion of treatment

Where this trial is running

Tianjin

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 Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-LymphomaPhiladelphia Chromosome-NegativeAcute Lymphoblastic LeukemiaAdolescent and AdultPediatric-inspired RegimenVenetoclax
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.