Evaluating disparities in allogeneic transplantation based on ancestry and socio-economic status
Prospective Evaluation of Disparities in Provision of Allogeneic Transplantation
This study looks at how a patient's background and financial situation affect their choices and outcomes in bone marrow transplants at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Houston, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT06450353 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess how a patient's ancestry and socio-economic status influence their choice of donor cells for allogeneic bone marrow transplantation. It will evaluate various factors including the time to transplant, treatment-related mortality, and overall survival rates for candidates at MD Anderson Cancer Center. The study will utilize patient ancestry questionnaires to gather relevant data and analyze the impact of these factors on the transplantation process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are candidates for allogeneic transplantation.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require allogeneic stem cell transplantation for medical reasons will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved access and outcomes for patients requiring allogeneic transplantation.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies examining disparities in transplantation, this specific focus on ancestry and socio-economic status in an observational format is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. ≥ 18 years of age. 2. Candidate for allogeneic transplantation Exclusion Criteria: 1\) Allogeneic stem cell transplantation not medically indicated.
Where this trial is running
Houston, Texas
- MD Anderson Cancer Center — Houston, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Warren Fingrut, MD — M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Warren Fingrut, MD
- Email: wbfingrut@mdanderson.org
- Phone: (832) 387-8363
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.