Using moxibustion to treat hemorrhagic cystitis after stem cell transplantation

Clinical Study of Moxibustion in the Treatment of Hemorrhagic Cystitis After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

Not applicable Interventional Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology · NCT06241274

This study is testing whether a traditional Chinese medicine technique called moxibustion can help patients with bleeding in the bladder after receiving stem cell transplants feel better.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
SponsorUnion Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Academic / other
Locations1 site (Wuhan, Hubei)
Trial IDNCT06241274 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of moxibustion, a traditional Chinese medicine technique, in treating patients who develop hemorrhagic cystitis following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The study plans to enroll 60 patients who will receive daily moxibustion treatments for 14 days, alongside symptomatic supportive care. Researchers will assess the severity of hemorrhagic cystitis and pain scores through daily urine routine collections to evaluate treatment outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-55 who have developed hemorrhagic cystitis after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Not a fit: Patients who have broken or sensitized skin at the moxibustion site or those who have undergone reduced-intensity conditioning prior to transplantation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a non-invasive treatment option for patients suffering from hemorrhagic cystitis after stem cell transplantation.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of moxibustion is a traditional practice, this specific application in treating hemorrhagic cystitis post-transplantation is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. patients were fully aware of the study, participated voluntarily, and signed the informed consent form;
2. Age: 18-55 years old;
3. patients with hemorrhagic cystitis after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation;

Exclusion Criteria:

1. refusal to participate in this clinical study;
2. broken or sensitized skin corresponding to the moxibustion site;
3. allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantationpatients pretreated with the Reduced-intensity conditioning.

Where this trial is running

Wuhan, Hubei

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions MoxibustionHematopoietic Stem Cell TransplantationHemorrhagic CystitisTreatment
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.