Sickle cell Drug's brain benefits under the microscope
NCT ID NCT05018728
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looked at whether voxelotor, a drug that improves anemia in sickle cell disease, also helps the brain by improving blood flow and oxygen use. Researchers measured brain activity in children and young adults aged 4 to 30 with sickle cell anemia. The study was stopped early, but it aimed to understand if the drug reduces stress on the brain.
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Locations
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Aflac Sickle Cell Comprehensive Clinics at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Scottish Rite
Atlanta, Georgia, 30342, United States
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
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