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
| Phase | Phase 4 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 2 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 42 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Ain Shams University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 2 sites (Cairo and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 17, 2023 |
| Main results expected | May 2025 |
| Study ends | August 2025 |
| Registry record updated | April 9, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06918054 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
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Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt Recruiting -
Faculty of Medicine Ain Shams Research Institute- Clinical Research Center (MASRI-CRC)
Cairo, Egypt Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fatma S E Ebeid, MD
- Email: fatmaebeid@med.asu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01095569596
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.