Clinical trial Recruiting at 11 sites Observational Ages 18 to 99

Evaluating inflammatory markers in patients with certain blood disorders

Official title: Evaluation of Inflammatory Markers in ph Negative Myeloproliferative Neoplasms: Impact on Outcome and Response to Therapy. Multicenter Retro-prospective Observational Study. The INFLA-ME (INFLAmmation in Myeloproliferative Disease) Study.

Run by University of Milano Bicocca · NCT05553873 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at patients with specific blood disorders to see if certain inflammation markers can help predict how their disease will progress and their risk of complications.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 99 Years
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Milano Bicocca
Academic / other
Locations11 sites (Bari and 10 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 8, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 2, 2024
Trial IDNCT05553873 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with Philadelphia chromosome-negative MPN such as polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia, or primary myelofibrosis.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a life expectancy of less than 6 months or those in an accelerated phase of myelofibrosis 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 observational study focuses on patients with Philadelphia chromosome-negative myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN) to assess inflammatory biomarkers and their trends over the course of the disease. It aims to identify correlations between these biomarkers and disease outcomes, particularly regarding thrombo-haemorrhagic events and disease progression. By analyzing historical data, the study seeks to enhance risk stratification and improve patient management strategies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better risk assessment and treatment strategies for patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms.

How similar studies have gone: While this study explores a specific aspect of myeloproliferative neoplasms, similar studies have shown promise in understanding the role of inflammatory markers in various diseases, suggesting potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years at the time of diagnosis of MPN Ph negative
* Diagnosis of PV, ET, PMF or post PV and post ET MF, according to current WHO or IWG-MRT criteria (diagnosis since 2000)
* Obtaining informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Life expectancy of less than 6 months
* Accelerated phase myelofibrosis or MPN with signs of leukemic evolution

Where it's running

  • Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Consorziale Policlinico
    Bari, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Policlinico Sant'Orsola Malpighi
    Bologna, Italy
    Recruiting
  • ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia
    Brescia, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Policlinico Vittorio Emanuele
    Catania, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Ospedale Universitario Federico II
    Naples, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Policlinico Umberto I, Università La Sapienza
    Roma, Italy
    Recruiting
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  • Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Città della Salute e delle Scienza
    Torino, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Ospedale San Luigi di Orbassano - Ospedale Mauriziano
    Torino, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Friuli Centrale
    Udine, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata
    Verona, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Ospedale Belcolle
    Viterbo, Italy
    Recruiting

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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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