AL amyloidosis
MONDO:0019438AL Amyloidosis is a plasma cell disorder characterized by the aggregation and deposition of insoluble amyloid fibrils derived from misfolding of monoclonal immunoglobulin light chains usually produced by a plasma cell tumor. It usually presents as primary systemic amyloidosis (PSA) with multiple organ involvement and less frequently as primary localized amyloidosis (PLA) restricted to a single organ.
Also known as: Light-chain amyloidosis, primary amyloidosis, Light chain amyloidosis, amyloidosis AL, amyloidosis primary systemic, primary AL amyloidosis, primary systemic AL amyloidosis, primary systemic amyloidosis
104 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Experimental drug shows promise for rare amyloidosis
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested a drug called belantamab mafodotin in 35 people with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins build up in organs. Participants had already tried other treatments without success. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce or eliminate tho…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stichting European Myeloma Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets rare protein disease in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of three drugs—daratumumab, ixazomib, and dexamethasone—in 21 people with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal protein builds up in organs. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers also …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One donor, two transplants: could this end lifelong Anti-Rejection drugs?
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a combined bone marrow and kidney transplant from a partially matched family donor in 10 people with both a blood disorder and chronic kidney disease. The goal was to treat both conditions at once and possibly reduce the need for lifelong anti-rejection dr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Promising combo therapy targets rare protein disease in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding daratumumab to standard chemotherapy (CyBorD) helps people newly diagnosed with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins build up in organs. About 416 adults took part. The goal was to see if the combination leads to better blood res…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Experimental antibody shows promise for rare amyloid disease
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested the drug isatuximab in 43 patients with AL amyloidosis that had come back or stopped responding to treatment. Isatuximab is a monoclonal antibody that may help stop abnormal protein buildup. The study measured how well the drug reduced disease markers a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:04 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot rare heart disease without a biopsy
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed Phase 3 study tested whether a radioactive tracer called [18F]Florbetaben, used in PET scans, can accurately diagnose cardiac AL amyloidosis—a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. 244 adults with suspected cardiac amyloidosis received a single P…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Lantheus Germany GmbH • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart amyloid spotted by new PET tracer in pilot study
Diagnosis CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a radioactive tracer called F-18 florbetapir (Amyvid) can detect amyloid protein buildup in the heart using a PET scan. Researchers enrolled 23 people with known cardiac amyloidosis and a control group without the condition. The goal was to see if …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New PET tracer could sharpen amyloidosis diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a radioactive tracer called 124I-AT-01 to see how well it can measure amyloid buildup in organs like the heart, kidneys, liver, and spleen using PET/CT scans. 33 adults with systemic amyloidosis received the tracer twice, six weeks apart. The goal was to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Attralus, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:34 UTC
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Wrist MRI may spot hidden amyloid clumps without needles
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special MRI scan of the wrist can detect amyloid deposits in people with systemic amyloidosis, a condition where abnormal proteins build up in organs. Researchers enrolled 128 adults, including patients with cardiac amyloidosis and healthy volunteers. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart imaging may reveal hidden clues in rare heart disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study uses advanced heart imaging to understand how blood flows inside the heart in people with cardiac amyloidosis, a condition where abnormal proteins build up in heart tissue. Researchers will compare these images with those from healthy volunteers to find unique patterns…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues to personalize AL amyloidosis treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study involved 250 adults with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins damage organs. Researchers analyzed patient samples and data to find biological markers that predict how well someone will respond to initial treatments. The goal is to help docto…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Heart scans may predict survival in rare amyloid disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 people newly diagnosed with cardiac AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins damage the heart. Researchers used advanced MRI, echocardiogram, and PET scans to see if these images could predict survival and show how well chemotherapy works. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Protein clues could spot rare disease years early
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 37 people with a genetic risk for hereditary ATTR amyloidosis over five years. Researchers measured levels of misfolded proteins in the blood to see if they could detect the earliest signs of the disease. The goal is to develop a way to catch the condition bef…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Tiny heart monitor could unlock secrets of deadly rhythms in amyloidosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 110 people with cardiac amyloidosis, a condition where protein deposits build up in the heart. Researchers implanted a small device under the skin to continuously monitor heart rhythms for up to several years. The goal was to learn more about when a…
Sponsor: Marianna Fontana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC