Could a cancer antibody reboot blood production in aplastic anemia?

NCT ID NCT07714512

First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests isatuximab, an antibody that targets CD38, in adults with refractory severe aplastic anemia—a condition where the bone marrow fails to produce enough blood cells. Participants receive weekly infusions for six weeks. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and can improve blood cell counts in patients who have not responded to standard treatments.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
a CD38 monoclonal antibody called isatuximab
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new treatment option for patients with severe aplastic anemia who do not respond to current therapies.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial with only 32 participants, so results may not generalize. The drug may cause side effects or fail to improve blood counts.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Red Blood Cell Diseases Center and Regenerative Medicine Center

    RECRUITING

    Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, 301617, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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