Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Phase 4 Interventional Ages 2 to 18

Hepatoprotective program for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Official title: Hepatoprotective Measures for Children and Adolescents With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia During Induction Chemotherapy

Run by Ain Shams University · NCT06918054 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if changes in diet and omega-3 supplements can help protect the livers of children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia during their chemotherapy treatment.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 4
Study typeInterventional
Ages2 Years to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment42 (estimated)
SponsorAin Shams University
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations2 sites (Cairo and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 17, 2023
Main results expectedMay 2025
Study endsAugust 2025
Registry record updatedApril 9, 2025
Trial IDNCT06918054 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are children and adolescents aged 2 to 18 years who are newly diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and are starting induction chemotherapy.

Probably not a fit

Patients with known chronic liver disease 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 study aims to monitor and prevent acute liver injury in children and adolescents undergoing induction chemotherapy for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It will evaluate liver function through tests conducted before, during, and after chemotherapy to assess the impact of dietary modifications and omega-3 fatty acid supplementation. The goal is to minimize hepatotoxicity and ensure the effective delivery of chemotherapy without interruptions due to liver complications.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce liver toxicity in young patients, allowing for more effective chemotherapy treatment.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies focusing on hepatotoxicity in chemotherapy, this specific approach combining dietary modifications and supplementation is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

Children and adolescents aged from 2 to 18 years newly diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia during induction phase of chemotherapy treated at Ain Shams

Exclusion Criteria:

Known chronic liver disease.

Where it's running

  • Ain Shams University
    Cairo, Egypt
    Recruiting
  • Faculty of Medicine Ain Shams Research Institute- Clinical Research Center (MASRI-CRC)
    Cairo, Egypt
    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.
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.