Cord blood boost: new drug shows promise in High-Risk leukemia patients
NCT ID NCT04103879
First seen Apr 02, 2026 · Last updated May 18, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tested a new method to make cord blood transplants safer and more effective for 30 people with high-risk leukemia or myelodysplasia. The approach uses a molecule called UM171 to grow more stem cells from a single cord blood unit, helping the body recover faster. Early results suggest lower rates of severe side effects and good survival, but patients still need long-term monitoring and may require ongoing medication.
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Locations
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Erasmus Medical Center
Rotterdam, Gelderland, 3015, Netherlands
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Fred Hutchinson / University of Washington Cancer Consortium
Seattle, Washington, 98109, United States
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University of Colorado School of Medicine. Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States
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