New CAR T-Cell therapy aims to wipe out hidden leukemia cells

NCT ID NCT06144606

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests KTE-X19 (Tecartus), a personalized CAR T-cell therapy, in adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia who are in remission but still have tiny amounts of cancer cells (minimal residual disease). The goal is to see if this treatment can clear those leftover cells and prevent relapse. About 60 participants will receive the therapy, and researchers will track how long they stay cancer-free.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

KTE-X19 (Tecartus), a CAR T-cell therapy made from the patient's own immune cells

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a way to eliminate remaining leukemia cells in patients who are in remission, potentially preventing relapse and improving long-term outcomes.

What could go wrong

This is a mid-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. CAR T-cell therapy can cause serious side effects like cytokine release syndrome and neurological problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute lymphoblastic leukemia B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia Burkitt lymphoma precursor B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma

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

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Locations

  • Moffitt Cancer Center

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    Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States

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