Long-term follow-up for patients who had a stem cell transplant
Official title: Long-Term Follow up of Patients Undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, Cellular Therapy, or Gene Therapy
Run by National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) · NCT03000244 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is checking in on people who had a stem cell transplant to see how they are doing long-term and to help improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 4 Years to 120 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) NIH |
| Locations | 1 site (Bethesda, Maryland) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 26, 2017 |
| Main results expected | August 12, 2050 |
| Study ends | August 12, 2050 |
| Registry record updated | October 26, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT03000244 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who have survived at least one year after undergoing HCT, as well as their related stem cell donors.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with active disease relapse or new hematologic malignancies will 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 aims to provide long-term follow-up care for individuals who have undergone allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT) and their related stem cell donors. Participants will have annual visits that include physical exams, medical history assessments, and screening tests to monitor for late complications associated with HCT. The study seeks to collect clinical data, blood, and tissue samples to better understand the long-term effects of HCT and improve patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of late complications after HCT and improve long-term care for survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in understanding long-term outcomes in HCT survivors, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA FOR PATIENT SUBJECTS: * Individuals who underwent HCT or received cellular or gene therapy for any indication (malignant or non-malignant) and are surviving one year or more from the date of therapy * Age \>= 4 years * Ability of individual or individual s Legally Authorized Representative (LAR) to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document * Individuals will need to have a primary physician within the US (primary care, oncologist, hematologist, etc.) that will provide continued comprehensive care for the duration of participation in the study. PI may allow for established medical providers to be located outside of the US. EXCLUSION CRITERIA FOR PATIENT SUBJECTS: -Individuals with active disease relapse or new hematologic malignancy including post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) are excluded from protocol enrollment. INCLUSION CRITERIA FOR DONOR SUBJECTS: * Related stem cell donors of patients meeting the above criteria as a donor of hematopoietic progenitor and stem cells or leukocytes * Age \>= 4years * Ability of patient or patient s Legally Authorized Representative (LAR) to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document INCLUSION CRITERIA FOR PARENTS COMPLETING SURVEYS: * Parents/guardians of minors enrolled on the study who have undergone HCT * Willingness to complete surveys about the minor that underwent HCT
Where it's running
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Najla El Jurdi, M.D. — National Cancer Institute (NCI)
- Study coordinator: Danielle F Pinkiert, R.N.
- Email: danielle.pinkiert@nih.gov
- Phone: (240) 858-7566
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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.