Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Exploring how gut bacteria affect treatment outcomes in chronic myeloid leukemia patients

Official title: Interaction Between Gut Microbiota and Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors in Defining the Clinical Outcomes of Patients With Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

Run by University of Turin, Italy · NCT06724536 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see how gut bacteria might affect how well chronic myeloid leukemia patients respond to a specific cancer treatment called Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Turin, Italy
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Torino)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 1, 2022
Main results expectedOctober 1, 2026
Study endsOctober 1, 2026
Registry record updatedDecember 9, 2024
Trial IDNCT06724536 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, regardless of the disease stage.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have Chronic Myeloid Leukemia or are under 18 years old 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 investigates the relationship between gut microbiota and the effectiveness of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs) in patients with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML). It aims to identify specific microbial signatures that may correlate with better treatment responses, particularly in achieving deep molecular response (DMR). The study will analyze biological samples from CML patients to assess how variations in gut microbiota might influence treatment efficacy and contribute to side effects or metabolic disorders. By understanding these interactions, the research seeks to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life during TKI therapy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to personalized treatment strategies that improve outcomes for CML patients by considering their gut microbiota.

How similar studies have gone: While the role of gut microbiota in cancer treatment is gaining attention, this specific investigation into its effects on CML outcomes with TKIs is novel and has not been extensively studied.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18 years old
* Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Patients
* Any stage of the disease

Exclusioni Criteria:

none

Where it's running

  • AO Ordine Mauriziano di Torino
    Torino, Italy
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Carmen Fava — Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
  • Study coordinator: Carmen Fava
  • Email: carmen.fava@unito.it
  • Phone: 00390115082224

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.