Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase 1 Interventional Ages 18 and up

Selinexor maintenance after CAR-T for multiple myeloma

Official title: Selinexor Maintenance Post CAR-T Cell Therapy for Multiple Myeloma

Run by Washington University School of Medicine · NCT07200102 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This Phase 1 test will see if taking selinexor after ciltacabtagene autoleucel (cilta‑cel) helps adults with relapsed, triple-class exposed or refractory multiple myeloma stay in remission longer.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 1
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorWashington University School of Medicine
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsCAR-T, CART, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, chimeric antigen receptor
Locations1 site (St Louis, Missouri)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 17, 2026
Main results expectedApril 30, 2029
Study endsMarch 31, 2031
Registry record updatedOctober 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT07200102 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults (≥18) who received cilta‑cel for relapsed, triple‑class exposed or refractory multiple myeloma and have high‑risk cytogenetics, extramedullary disease, less than CR, or are MRD‑positive at around Day 30 with ECOG ≤2 and adequate organ function are ideal candidates.

Probably not a fit

Patients already in a durable MRD‑negative complete remission, those with poor organ function or severe cytopenias, or those unable to tolerate selinexor are less likely to benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This Phase 1 interventional study gives selinexor as maintenance beginning around Day 30 after patients receive cilta‑cel (Carvykti) for relapsed, triple‑class exposed or refractory multiple myeloma. The primary focus is on safety and toxicity of selinexor in this post‑CAR‑T setting, with disease monitored using ClonoSEQ MRD testing. Eligible patients include those with high‑risk cytogenetics, extramedullary disease, less than a complete response, or MRD‑positive disease at Day 30, and participants must meet blood count and organ function requirements. The single‑center trial is led by Washington University School of Medicine in collaboration with Karyopharm and will follow MRD status and progression outcomes over time.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, selinexor maintenance could increase MRD‑negative rates and prolong progression‑free survival after BCMA CAR‑T therapy.

How similar studies have gone: Selinexor has demonstrated anti‑myeloma activity and has been used safely as bridging therapy without impairing T‑cell collection, but using selinexor specifically as maintenance after BCMA CAR‑T is a novel approach with limited prior data.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have received at least 1 prior line of therapy, including a proteasome inhibitor and an immunomodulatory agent, and are refractory to lenalidomide. Diagnosis must be histologically confirmed. Patients with multiple myeloma with local amyloid deposition in the bone marrow are eligible. Only the following risk categories will be enrolled:

  * High risk myeloma, defined by the presence of at least one of the following features:

    * Deletion 17p and/or TP53 alteration:

      * Deletion of 17p with a cancer clonal fraction (CCF) ≥20%, assessed on CD138-positive/purified plasma cells, AND/OR
      * TP53 mutation identified using a validated next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based assay.
    * High-risk IgH translocation with chromosome 1 abnormality:

      * Presence of t(4;14), t(14;16), or t(14;20) in combination with either gain/amplification of 1q (1q+) and/or deletion of 1p32.
    * Chromosome 1p32 deletion patterns:

      * Monoallelic deletion of 1p32 occurring with gain/amplification of 1q, OR
      * Biallelic deletion of 1p32.
    * Elevated β2-microglobulin without renal dysfunction:

      * Serum β2-microglobulin ≥5.5 mg/L in the setting of normal renal function, defined as serum creatinine \<1.2 mg/dL.
    * Presence of extramedullary disease prior to receiving CAR-T OR
  * Standard risk myeloma with MRD-positive (MRD+) disease at MRD draw around Day 58-60 post CAR-T.
* Received or planning to receive standard of care ciltacabtagene autoleucel (cilta-cel; Carvykti).
* Able to monitor disease response by ClonoSEQ MRD testing.
* At least 18 years of age.
* ECOG performance status ≤ 2.
* Adequate bone marrow and organ function as defined below:

  * Absolute neutrophil count ≥ 1.0 K/cumm
  * Platelets ≥ 50 K/cumm
  * Hemoglobin ≥ 8.5 g/dL without blood transfusion within 7 days before C1D1.
  * Total bilirubin ≤ 1.5 x IULN; patients with Gilbert's syndrome must have a total bilirubin \< 3 x IULN.
  * AST(SGOT)/ALT(SGPT) ≤ 2.5 x IULN
  * Calculated creatinine clearance ≥ 15 mL/min by Cockcroft-Gault
* The effects of selinexor on the developing human fetus are unknown. For this reason, women of childbearing potential and men must agree to use adequate contraception prior to C1D1 of selinexor, for the duration of study participation, and for 90 days after completion of selinexor. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study or should a man suspect he has fathered a child, s/he must inform her treating physician immediately.
* Ability to understand and willingness to sign an IRB approved written informed consent document. Legally authorized representatives may sign and give informed consent on behalf of study participants.

Exclusion Criteria:

* MM with active CNS involvement.
* Confirmed progressive disease by IMWG after CAR-T administration.
* Unresolved cytokine release syndrome (CRS) or CAR-T neurologic toxicity.
* Any unresolved non-hematologic grade ≥ 3 treatment-related toxicity from CAR-T.
* Administration or planned administration of any other concomitant chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy, or any ancillary therapy which would be considered a treatment of multiple myeloma from Day 28 post-CAR-T cell therapy through discontinuation from study treatment. Note: patients may be on corticosteroids if they are being given for disorders other than multiple myeloma (e.g., adrenal insufficiency, rheumatoid arthritis)
* Has received selinexor or another XPO1 inhibitor post-CART.
* Any serious medical or psychiatric illness that could, in the investigator's opinion, potentially interfere with the completion of treatment according to this protocol.
* Prior organ transplant requiring immunosuppressive therapy.
* Prior or concurrent malignancy whose natural history has the potential to interfere with the safety or efficacy assessment of the investigational regimen. Patients with prior or concurrent malignancy that does NOT meet that definition are eligible for this trial
* Currently receiving any other investigational agents.
* A history of allergic reactions attributed to compounds of similar chemical or biologic composition to selinexor or other agents used in the study.
* Active gastrointestinal dysfunction interfering with the patient's ability to swallow tablets, or any active gastrointestinal dysfunction that could interfere with absorption of study treatment.
* Uncontrolled intercurrent illness including, but not limited to: ongoing or active infection requiring parenteral antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals within 1 week prior to C1D1 of selinexor (patients on prophylactic antibiotics or with a controlled infection within 1 week prior to C1D1 of selinexor may enroll); active, unstable cardiovascular function, as indicated by the presence of symptomatic ischemia, uncontrolled clinically significant conduction abnormalities (e.g. patients with ventricular or atrial tachycardia on anti-arrhythmics are excluded; patients with first degree atrioventricular block or asymptomatic left anterior fascicular block/right bundle branch block will not be excluded), congestive heart failure of NYHA class ≥ 3 or known left ventricular ejection fraction of \< 40%, or myocardial infraction within 3 months prior to C1D1 of selinexor therapy.
* Major surgery within 28 days prior to C1D1 of selinexor
* Pregnant and/or breastfeeding. Women of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test within 7 days of C1D1 of selinexor.
* HIV-infected if not on effective anti-retroviral therapy with undetectable viral load for 6 months. Patients with HIV who are receiving effective anti-retroviral therapy and have had an undetectable viral load for at least 6 months are eligible. HIV testing not required in the absence of known history of infection.
* Evidence of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) that is detectable on suppressive therapy. Patients with evidence of chronic HBV infection with undetectable HBV viral load on suppressive therapy are eligible. HBV testing not required in the absence of known history of infection.
* History of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection that has not been cured or that has a detectable viral load. Patients with a history of HCV that has been treated and cured are eligible. Patients with HCV infection who are currently on treatment and have an undetectable HCV viral load are eligible. HCV testing not required in the absence of known history of infection.

Where it's running

  • Washington University School of Medicine
    St Louis, Missouri, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Mark A Schroeder, M.D. — Washington University School of Medicine
  • Study coordinator: Mark A Schroeder, M.D.
  • Email: markschroeder@wustl.edu
  • Phone: 314-454-8306

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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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.