New attack plan for rare leukemia: CAR-T cells + stem cell transplant

NCT ID NCT05870917

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a new treatment for a rare and aggressive blood cancer called primary plasma cell leukemia. The approach combines chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant, and two infusions of specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) that target the cancer. The goal is to see if this powerful combination can safely control the disease and improve survival in 20 newly diagnosed patients.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

anti-BCMA CAR-T cells (a type of immune cell therapy) combined with chemotherapy (bortezomib, lenalidomide, dexamethasone) and a stem cell transplant

What this could lead to

If successful, this approach could offer a powerful way to control or even eliminate plasma cell leukemia in newly diagnosed patients, potentially leading to longer remission.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early-phase study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment involves strong chemotherapy and cell therapy, which can cause serious side effects like infections or organ damage.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

plasma cell leukemia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute of Hematology and Blood Diseases Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

    Tianjin, China