New drug may boost stem cell harvest for sickle cell patients

NCT ID NCT06442761

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This early-stage study tests whether the drug motixafortide is safe for people with sickle cell disease and whether it can increase the number of stem cells in the blood for collection. The stem cells could be used for future transplants or gene therapy. About 15 adults with severe sickle cell disease will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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    Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

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    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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