Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding the immune response in Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Official title: Immunological Aspects of Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP): Characterisation of B and T Lymphocytes Specific for the ADAMTS13 Autoantigen and Therapeutic Implications

Run by University Hospital, Rouen · NCT06945861 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to understand how certain immune cells behave in people with Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura to see if they can help predict relapses and improve treatment.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment44 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Rouen
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsrituximab, caplacizumab
Locations1 site (Rouen)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 11, 2023
Main results expectedMay 10, 2027
Study endsMay 11, 2028
Registry record updatedMay 4, 2026
Trial IDNCT06945861 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults over 18 years old diagnosed with TTP at any stage, whether in acute phase, remission, or relapse.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are under guardianship or have been deprived of liberty 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 project aims to characterize specific immune cells involved in Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) during both the acute phase and after treatment. It focuses on identifying memory B lymphocytes and autoreactive T lymphocytes, particularly follicular helper T lymphocytes, to understand their role in the disease's progression and treatment response. The study seeks to find early indicators that could predict relapses, which would help in personalizing treatment strategies to maintain remission in patients. By analyzing these immune responses, the research hopes to improve outcomes for patients suffering from TTP.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to personalized treatment strategies that improve remission rates and reduce relapses in TTP patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of characterizing immune responses in TTP is novel, similar studies in other autoimmune conditions have shown promising results.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* age over 18
* patients with TTP at any stage of diagnosis (acute phase, lasting remission or not, relapse)
* patients undergoing internal medicine at Rouen University Hospital
* people who have read and understood the information letter
* membership of a social security scheme

Exclusion Criteria:

\- a person deprived of liberty by an administrative or judicial decision or a person placed under court protection/guardianship or guardianship

Where it's running

  • University Rouen Hospital,
    Rouen, France
    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.