New combo aims to reduce dangerous side effect in blood cancer patients

NCT ID NCT04981912

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This early-phase study tests whether giving rituximab and high-dose steroids before venetoclax can safely lower the number of cancer cells in people with relapsed chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). The goal is to reduce the risk of tumor lysis syndrome, a serious side effect from rapid cancer cell breakdown. About 4 adults who have already tried at least one prior treatment will participate. The approach is experimental, though all drugs are FDA-approved for these cancers.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UCSD Moores Cancer Center

    La Jolla, California, 92093, United States

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