New drug could help kids with rare immune disease survive until transplant

NCT ID NCT05762640

First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study tests a drug called ruxolitinib as the first treatment for children with primary haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening immune disorder. The goal is to see if ruxolitinib, given with steroids, can help children survive long enough to receive a stem cell transplant. About 20 children up to age 22 will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Hopital Necker Enfants malades

    RECRUITING

    Paris, Île-de-France Region, 75015, France

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