New pill shows promise for tough blood cancers

NCT ID NCT05732103

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests an experimental drug called CTX-712 in people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) that have come back or not responded to treatment. The drug is taken by mouth once or twice weekly. The trial aims to find the safest dose and see if it can shrink or control the cancer. About 225 adults will take part across multiple centers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

CTX-712 (an experimental oral drug taken once or twice weekly)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new treatment option for people with hard-to-treat AML or MDS, potentially helping control the disease.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial (Phase 1/2) with only 225 participants, so the drug may not work or could have serious side effects. It is not a cure and long-term benefits are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute myeloid leukemia myelodysplastic syndrome Myelodysplastic Syndromes

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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  • Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

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    Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States

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  • Mayo Clinic Arizona

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    Phoenix, Arizona, 85054, United States

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  • Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center

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    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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  • Mayo Clinic Florida

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    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

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  • Northwestern University

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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  • The University of Rochester

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    Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

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    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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  • University of Virginia

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    Charlottesville, Virginia, 22903, United States

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