University Of Birmingham
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Birmingham, explained in plain language.
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Can early rectal cancer be treated without removing the rectum?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether less invasive treatments can save the rectum in people with early-stage rectal cancer. Participants receive either standard surgery (removing part of the rectum) or one of two organ-sparing approaches: short-course radiotherapy or chemoradiation (c…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Childhood leukaemia trial seeks best chemo cocktail
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates the best way to treat children with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) by comparing different chemotherapy drugs and doses. It tests whether adding up to three doses of the targeted drug gemtuzumab ozogamicin to standard chemo is safe and effective. The study a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare liver tumors: tailored therapy trial shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests different treatment plans based on each child's risk level for two rare liver cancers: hepatoblastoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. About 450 children will receive chemotherapy and possibly surgery, with the goal of preventing the cancer from coming back. The app…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for throat cancer patients: smarter treatments on the horizon
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether different drug combinations can improve survival and reduce side effects for people with intermediate or high-risk oropharyngeal (throat) cancer. About 785 participants will receive one of several experimental treatments alongside standard chemoradiothera…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New trial aims to stop leukemia relapse after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis trial compares two different chemotherapy and radiation regimens given before a stem cell transplant for adults aged 40-70 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in remission. The goal is to see if a stronger regimen (using total body irradiation and cyclophosphamide) can r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New hope for older blood cancer patients: smarter transplants aim to cut relapse
Disease control OngoingThis clinical trial is testing different treatment strategies to improve outcomes for older adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who are getting a stem cell transplant. The study compares a new pre-transplant drug (Vyxeos) with stan…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Massive UK study tracks cancer after organ transplants
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why people who have had an organ transplant are more likely to get cancer. Researchers will combine existing health records from over 85,000 transplant patients in England to track cancer cases and deaths. The goal is to better understand risks and improve car…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC