Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

New treatment approach for T-cell cancers

Official title: Identification of Targetable Vulnerabilities in Redox Homeostasis Pathways as a Novel Therapeutic Approach for Human T-cell Malignancies

Run by Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS · NCT06600568 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new way to treat T-cell cancers by combining different drugs to see if they can help get rid of cancerous T cells in patients who haven't responded to other treatments.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment120 (estimated)
SponsorIstituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Naples and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 18, 2025
Main results expectedMarch 1, 2027
Study endsMarch 1, 2027
Registry record updatedAugust 6, 2026
Trial IDNCT06600568 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults over 18 years old with pre- and post-thymic T-cell leukemia or lymphoma.

Probably not a fit

Patients with serious illnesses or uncontrolled infections that prevent standard treatment management 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 multicenter observational study aims to identify innovative strategies to selectively eliminate malignant T cells by modulating intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels. It will investigate the interactions between drugs that activate apoptosis, such as Venetoclax, and those that alter ROS homeostasis, like glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase inhibitors. The most promising compounds will be selected based on in vitro results from cell lines and patient-derived xenografts (PDX), and subsequently tested ex vivo on cells from patients with resistant or refractory T-cell neoplasms.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more effective treatments for patients with T-cell malignancies.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar studies exploring ROS modulation in cancer treatment have shown promise, indicating potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with pre- and post-thymic T-cell leukemia/lymphoma
* Patients of both sexes
* Age of patients older than 18 years
* Patient is willing to provide written and signed informed consent for participation in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

-Serious illness or medical condition that does not allow the patient to be managed according to standard treatment protocols, including uncontrolled active infection.

Where it's running

  • Istituto Nazionale Tumori Fondazione G.Pascale
    Naples, Italy
    Recruiting
  • Istituto Oncologico Veneto
    Padova, Italy
    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.