A drug that boosts platelets may speed recovery after stem cell transplants in kids with thalassemia

NCT ID NCT07003269

First seen Jul 28, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This observational study tests whether hetrombopag, a platelet-boosting drug, can safely speed platelet recovery in children with thalassemia who receive a half-matched (haploidentical) stem cell transplant. Thirty children aged 2 to 17 will be followed for 28 days after transplant to track how quickly their platelet counts rise and how many transfusions they need. The study also monitors for side effects like bleeding or blood clots.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
hetrombopag, a drug that stimulates platelet production, given as a shot after stem cell transplant
What this could lead to
If hetrombopag proves safe and effective, it could speed platelet recovery and reduce the need for platelet transfusions in children with thalassemia after a stem cell transplant.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 30 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may cause side effects like bleeding or blood clots.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine

    Haikou, Hainan, 570208, China

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