Disease related to hematopoietic stem cell transplant

This phase III trial tests whether adding low-dose methotrexate to standard corticosteroid treatment works better than steroids alone for adults who develop acute graft-versus-host disease after a stem cell transplant. Participants receive either methotrexate or a placebo alongsi…

This study tested a drug called eltrombopag in 118 people with bone marrow failure who had a stem cell transplant. The goal was to see if the drug could help their platelet levels recover faster after the transplant. Platelets are blood cells that help stop bleeding, and slow rec…

This study looked at 308 adults getting a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. Researchers compared two antibiotics, ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin, to see which one better prevents bacterial infections after transplant. The goal is to find the best option to keep patients safe…

This study is testing whether a special ultrasound technique, called shear wave elastography, can predict a serious liver complication called sinusoidal obstruction syndrome (SOS) in children and adults receiving bone marrow or stem cell transplants. Researchers will measure live…

This study looked at how stem cell transplants affect thinking, memory, and daily activities in adults aged 60 to 85 with blood cancer. Researchers measured cognitive function, physical function, and quality of life at several points after transplant. The goal was to understand w…

This study tested whether patients and caregivers find 'Coping Together' manuals helpful after a stem cell transplant. 41 participants shared their thoughts on the manuals during the first 100 days after transplant. The goal was to improve these self-directed coping guides for fu…