Evaluating stem cell transplantation for patients with peripheral T cell lymphoma

A Prospective Study of Consolidative Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation After First-line Therapy in Peripheral T Cell Lymphoma

Observational Peking University · NCT04489264

This study is testing whether stem cell transplantation can help people with newly diagnosed peripheral T-cell lymphoma who are in remission after their first treatment feel better and live longer.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorPeking University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing)
Trial IDNCT04489264 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the effectiveness of autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT) in patients with newly diagnosed peripheral T-cell lymphoma who have achieved complete or partial remission after first-line therapy. The study aims to clarify the role of ASCT in improving clinical outcomes for these patients. By analyzing data from patients in remission, the research seeks to provide insights into the potential benefits of this treatment approach.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 with a confirmed diagnosis of aggressive peripheral T-cell lymphoma who have achieved complete or partial remission after initial treatment.

Not a fit: Patients with indolent subtypes of T-cell lymphoma or those with specific conditions like mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve treatment outcomes for patients with peripheral T cell lymphoma by identifying the benefits of stem cell transplantation.

How similar studies have performed: While the role of ASCT in peripheral T-cell lymphoma is not well defined, similar studies have explored its impact in other hematological malignancies, suggesting potential benefits but also indicating the need for further investigation.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with confirmed pathological diagnosis of aggressive PTCL
* Age 18-65 years old
* Achieving CR or PR after first-line therapy

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subtypes with a more indolent course, including precursor T/natural killer neoplasms, T-cell large granular lymphocytic leukemia, mycosis fungoides other than transformed mycosis fungoides, Sézary syndrome, and primary cutaneous CD30-positive disorders.

Where this trial is running

Beijing

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 Peripheral T Cell LymphomaAutologous Stem Cell Transplantation
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.