Comparing two types of stem cell transplants for treating T-ALL

Haploidentical Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Combined With an Unrelated Cord Blood Unit for Acute T Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia Compared to Haploidentical Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation: a Multicenter, Randomized, Open-label Trial

Phase 3 Interventional The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University · NCT06381817

This study is testing if a new type of stem cell transplant that uses both a family donor and cord blood can help people with acute T cell leukemia do better than the standard transplant method.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment146 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorThe First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschimeric antigen receptor
Locations1 site (Suzhou, Jiangsu)
Trial IDNCT06381817 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to determine the effectiveness and safety of haploidentical hematopoietic cell transplantation combined with an unrelated cord blood unit (haplo-cord HCT) in treating acute T cell lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL). The study will compare haplo-cord HCT to traditional haploidentical transplantation (haplo-HCT) to assess whether the addition of cord blood reduces relapse rates and identifies any associated medical problems. Participants will receive both the haploidentical graft and the cord blood unit on the same day. The trial will include patients with specific eligibility criteria, including those with measurable residual disease.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients diagnosed with acute T cell lymphoblastic leukemia who have a suitable haploidentical donor and meet specific health criteria.

Not a fit: Patients with other malignancies, severe organ dysfunction, or those who have previously undergone certain types of stem cell therapies may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve treatment outcomes and reduce relapse rates for patients with T-ALL.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in using cord blood in transplantation, suggesting potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with acute T cell lymphoblastic leukemia
* With available minimal residual disease parameters assessed by flow cytometry and/or quantitative polymerase chain reaction
* Willing to undergo haploidentical hematopoietic cell transplantation and having a suitable haploidentical donor
* With Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0-3
* Signing an informed consent form, having the ability to comply with study and follow-up procedures

Exclusion Criteria:

* With other malignancies
* Failing to acquire a suitable unrelated cord blood unit
* With a previous history of autologous hematopoietic cell transplantation, allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation or chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy
* With uncontrolled infection intolerant to haploidentical hematopoietic cell transplantation
* With severe organ dysfunction
* In pregnancy or lactation period
* With any conditions not suitable for the trial (investigators' decision)

Where this trial is running

Suzhou, Jiangsu

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 Acute T Cell Lymphoblastic LeukemiaHaploidentical Hematopoietic Stem Cell TransplantationCord Blood
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