Hematopoietic and lymphoid cell neoplasm

Researchers test a reduced-toxicity conditioning regimen before allogeneic stem cell transplant in children and young adults with blood cancers. The regimen combines fludarabine, full-dose busulfan, and anti-thymocyte globulin. The trial measures transplant-related mortality at o…

Researchers test a gentler conditioning regimen before allogeneic stem cell transplantation in adults with blood cancers. The goal is to see if this reduced-toxicity approach lowers the risk of death within the first year after transplant. Participants receive fludarabine, busulf…

This phase 2 trial tests a two-step approach to stem cell transplantation for people with blood cancers. The method separates the infusion of donor lymphocytes from stem cells, aiming to better control the dose and reduce the risk of graft-versus-host disease, a serious complicat…

This trial is testing whether a chemotherapy drug called treosulfan, given in different doses along with fludarabine, can safely prepare patients with advanced blood cancers for a stem cell transplant. The study focuses on patients who are not eligible for the standard, more inte…

This phase II trial tests whether radiation therapy can help control cancer that has spread or grown after immunotherapy. About 230 patients with metastatic or lymphoid cancers will receive targeted radiation to see if it stabilizes the disease or shrinks tumors. The study also m…

This study tests a new drug, AZD9829, in people with blood cancers that have come back or not responded to other treatments. The drug targets a protein called CD123 found on cancer cells. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 56 adults will take…

This trial tests omidubicel, an experimental stem cell transplant, for people with high-risk blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. The goal is to see if it helps the body rebuild its immune system faster after transplant. Participants receive omidubicel along with standard tra…

This early-phase study tested whether specially grown immune cells (cytokine-induced killer cells) could safely treat blood cancers that return after a stem cell transplant. 21 adults with relapsed multiple myeloma or other blood cancers received these donor cells. The goal was t…

This study tested a new way to treat blood cancers like leukemia in 16 adults who did not have a standard bone marrow donor. Doctors used a single unit of cord blood that was grown in a lab to increase the number of stem cells before transplant. The goal was to see if this method…

This study tested whether a special oral nutritional supplement (Ensure Complete) could help patients with blood cancer maintain weight and gut health after a stem cell transplant. One hundred participants were randomly assigned to receive either the supplement or a standard hosp…

This study tested a new way to deliver total body radiation to adults with blood cancers who need a stem cell transplant. The goal was to see if this method could effectively target cancer while protecting the lungs. 36 patients took part, and the study focused on safety and how …

This study tested pegloticase, a drug used for gout, in 10 cancer patients with high uric acid from tumor lysis syndrome. The goal was to see if it could quickly lower uric acid levels and protect kidney function. It was a small pilot trial to gather early data.

This study tested different drug combinations to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 174 people with blood cancers receiving stem cells from an unrelated donor. GVHD is a serious side effect where donor cells attack the patient's body. The goal was to find which drug regi…

This early study tested the drug belimumab (Benlysta) to see if it could prevent chronic graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) in 10 adults who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. GvHD is a serious condition where the donor's immune cells attack the patient's body. The main g…

This phase II trial tested whether a newer antibiotic combination (imipenem-relebactam) works better than standard antibiotics for treating fever caused by low white blood cell counts in cancer patients. About 100 adults with cancer or who had a stem cell transplant took part. Th…

This study tested a personalized geriatric optimization plan (GO!) in 30 adults aged 60 and older who were getting a donor stem cell transplant for blood cancers or bone marrow failure. The plan included tailored advice on diet, sleep, activity, and medications to improve physica…

This early-stage study tested whether adding a drug called BMS-986004 to standard immune-suppressing medicine could help prevent acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 45 adults with blood cancers or disorders receiving a stem cell transplant. GVHD occurs when donor immune cel…

This study looked at the long-term safety of an oral chemotherapy drug (azacitidine) in 5 adults with blood cancers who had already taken it in earlier studies. Researchers tracked side effects and survival to see if continued treatment was safe. The goal was to monitor risks, no…

This phase 2 trial tested a two-step stem cell transplant approach for 47 patients with high-risk blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The method uses the drug cyclophosphamide to lower the chance of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a common complication. The goal was to se…

This Phase 3 trial tested a special cord blood product called NiCord (omidubicel) against standard cord blood transplants in 125 people with blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The goal was to see if NiCord helps the body rebuild its infection-fighting cells faster. Researc…

This study tested a new drug called MK-7684A, which combines two immune-boosting medicines (pembrolizumab and vibostolimab), in 192 people with blood cancers like lymphoma and multiple myeloma that had returned or stopped responding to prior treatments. The main goals were to see…

This early-phase study tested a new cell therapy called RD13-02 in just 2 people with relapsed or refractory CD7-positive blood cancers (like T-cell leukemia or lymphoma). The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells to attack cancer cells. The main goals were to check sa…

This phase 2 trial tested a two-step donor stem cell transplant in 51 people with high-risk blood cancers. The approach uses total-body irradiation and chemotherapy to prepare the body, then infuses donor stem cells and later donor immune cells. The goal is to boost the anti-canc…

This phase 3 trial tested whether giving an individualized dose of antithymocyte globulin (ATG) based on a patient's own drug levels works better than a standard fixed dose. The goal was to reduce graft-versus-host disease (a serious immune reaction) and virus reactivation after …

This completed study monitored the safety and effectiveness of BESPONSA (inotuzumab ozogamicin) in 108 Korean adults with relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The drug is already approved in Korea, and this post-marketing surveillance was required to …

This study tested whether giving the drug cyclophosphamide after a stem cell transplant could help prevent a serious complication called graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 78 blood cancer patients. The approach aimed to make transplants from less-than-perfect donors as safe and …

This study tested whether tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, can lower the risk of serious bleeding or death in people with blood cancers who have dangerously low platelet counts. Over 600 adults receiving chemotherapy or a stem cell transplant were randomly given eit…

This study tested whether the drug tildrakizumab could help prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 51 adults receiving a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. GVHD is a serious complication where donor cells attack the patient's body. The goal was to see if adding tildraki…

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 tested whether a combination of two drugs, cyclophosphamide and abatacept, could lower the risk of chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after a stem cell transplant in people with high-risk blood cancers. GVHD happens when donor cells attack the patient's body. The…

This study tested whether giving the drug ibrutinib early to people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who have no symptoms but are at high risk for progression could be more effective than waiting. Twenty-three participants took ibrutinib daily for up to 24 months. The goal…

This trial tests whether a single high dose of vitamin A, given before a donor stem cell transplant, can prevent gastrointestinal graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a condition where donor cells attack the gut. Vitamin A deficiency is linked to a higher risk of this complication, …

This study tests whether moxibustion, a traditional therapy that burns herbs near the skin, can prevent hemorrhagic cystitis (painful bladder inflammation) in 266 patients receiving stem cell transplants. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard care or stand…

This phase II trial tested whether giving high doses of cyclophosphamide and bortezomib after a stem cell transplant could prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a serious complication where donor cells attack the patient's body. Twenty-three adults with blood cancers received…

This study tested whether sitagliptin, a diabetes medicine, could prevent acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 190 adults receiving stem cell transplants from related or unrelated donors. Participants took sitagliptin along with standard GVHD prevention. The main goal was to…

This trial tests whether a phone-based positive psychology program can improve mood, quality of life, and daily functioning in adults who have just undergone a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. Participants receive weekly calls and complete exercises focused on gratitude, pe…

This study tests whether a hospital-at-home care model can help people with advanced blood cancers receive end-of-life care at home instead of in the hospital. Participants use remote monitoring and home-based supportive care, with researchers tracking how many enroll and complet…

This study looked at whether a type of talk therapy called cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce the severe tiredness that many people feel after a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. 66 adults who had a transplant at least 6 months earlier and still had significa…

This study tested whether the drug benralizumab can safely reduce skin rashes caused by cancer treatments like checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to lower the number of high-grade rashes to milder ones, which could improve quality of life and help patients stay on their cancer t…

This study tested a program to help stem cell transplant survivors who have sexual problems. Participants met with a nurse for three months and got educational materials. The goal was to see if this improved their sexual satisfaction, quality of life, and mood. The study involved…

This study tested whether mindfulness meditation training could help patients who are undergoing a stem cell transplant and staying in a sterile room. 70 adult patients participated, and the researchers measured their anxiety and sleep quality before and after the meditation prac…

This study tested whether a supervised 8-week exercise program (strength, endurance, and flexibility) could help patients recover after an autologous stem cell transplant. Fifteen adults with blood cancers were randomly assigned to exercise or usual care. The researchers measured…

This study tested a telehealth program called CC LinksTele that provides one-on-one coaching to help cancer survivors and their caregivers manage financial and legal issues related to cancer care. 124 adult patients and caregivers from a pediatric cancer clinic took part. The goa…

This study tested a mobile health (mHealth) program designed to help people who have had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer get better sleep. Researchers wanted to see if the program was easy to use and if participants liked it. About 30 survivors, caregivers, and doctors ga…

This study looked at whether providing free blood transfusions to blood cancer patients would encourage them to enroll in hospice care earlier. Many patients delay hospice because they need transfusions for symptom relief, but hospices often cannot afford to provide them. The stu…

This study tested whether neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) can help Veterans with blood cancers maintain physical function and reduce fatigue during stem cell transplant. 46 participants used NMES while in the hospital. The goal was to see if this approach could preven…

This study tested whether montelukast (Singulair), a common asthma drug, can reduce the number and severity of infusion reactions in people receiving monoclonal antibody treatments for blood disorders. Forty adults were given montelukast along with standard premedication before t…

This study tested whether a nasal spray made from rose geranium in sesame oil can improve symptoms of nasal vestibulitis—like dryness, discomfort, bleeding, and scabbing—in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Over 100 participants were randomly assigned to use either the rose…

This study tested a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for people undergoing stem cell transplants. The goal was to help patients cope with the physical and emotional stress of the procedure, improve their physical function, and possibly shorten h…

This study tested two treatments—laser therapy and ozone gas—to relieve painful mouth sores caused by cancer treatment. Forty adults with head and neck or blood cancers took part. Each received one treatment daily for five days. The goal was to see which therapy better reduced so…

This study tested whether psilocybin, a substance from certain mushrooms, given with therapy could safely reduce anxiety and depression in 55 people with metastatic cancer. Participants received counseling and a pharmaceutical-grade psilocybin dose. The trial focused on safety an…

This phase 1 trial tested whether a second psilocybin-assisted group therapy retreat is safe and helpful for anxiety in 15 patients with metastatic cancer who had only a partial response to their first retreat. Psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, is given in a g…

This study tested a system that uses electronic health records to help cancer patients track and manage common symptoms like pain, fatigue, anxiety, and sleep problems. Over 50,000 adults with cancer took part. The goal was to see if this approach could improve quality of life an…

This study looked at whether adding heart rate biofeedback training to regular physical activity can improve quality of life for people who have finished treatment for blood cancers. 80 adults in remission took part. The goal was to see if this combination helps them feel better …

This study tested whether doing simple positive activities—like performing a kind act or writing a gratitude letter—could improve quality of life for cancer patients from collectivist cultures (e.g., Latino, Asian American, African American). 75 patients and their caregivers part…

This study tested whether giving blood transfusions at home is practical and acceptable for people with advanced blood cancers who have a life expectancy of six months or less. Ten patients were enrolled, and a trained nurse administered transfusions at home following safety guid…

This study looked at whether 12 weeks of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and resistance training could help people who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. It involved 16 patients and their caregivers. The goal was to see if exercise improves physical function, th…

This study looks at how the adrenal glands work in people who are critically ill, such as those with sepsis. Adrenal insufficiency may affect up to 77% of ICU patients, but current tests are not reliable. Researchers will measure hormone levels in 225 participants, including heal…

This study examines how children under 18 with cancer or a history of a stem cell transplant do when they need a machine called ECMO to help them breathe. Researchers looked at bleeding, infections, and survival rates in children treated at one hospital, and compared survival wit…

This study tests two devices — a wearable temperature patch and a smartphone app that measures vital signs from a facial scan — in adults with blood cancers receiving CAR-T or bispecific T-cell engager therapy. The goal is to see if these tools can detect fevers and other signs o…

This study tracks 50 people with blood cancers who are receiving CAR T therapy. Researchers will take blood samples over time to measure immune cells and genetic changes. The goal is to find patterns that predict or explain why the cancer comes back. This is an observational stud…

This study looks at the DNA of 100 children (and young adults up to age 17) who have cancer, along with the DNA of their healthy parents. The goal is to find genetic changes that may have caused the cancer. By comparing the child's DNA to both parents', researchers hope to discov…

This completed study looked at how immune cells recover in 61 adults who received a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Researchers measured the function of T and NK cells by testing their cytokine profiles after stimulation. The goal was to see if these measurements could he…

This study looked at the tiny organisms (bacteria and fungi) living in the mouth and nose of children with leukemia or those getting a bone marrow transplant. Researchers wanted to see how these germ communities change during chemotherapy. The goal was to learn more, not to test …

This completed study looked at how well COVID-19 vaccines trigger an immune response in children and young adults (under 24) with cancer or who had a transplant or cellular therapy. Researchers measured antibody and T-cell levels after vaccination. The goal was to learn more abou…

This study looked at 182 older adults with blood cancer or lung cancer to see if a special calculator could predict who would have severe side effects from chemotherapy. Researchers measured patients' fitness before and after treatment to better understand how well they could han…

This study tested a program to help older patients (age 60+) with blood cancers plan their future medical care while in the hospital. The program focused on completing advance directives and healthcare proxy forms. Out of 41 participants, the study found that the program was feas…

This study looked at 70 patients who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. Researchers measured levels of complement proteins in the blood to see if they are linked to graft-versus-host disease, a common and serious side effect. The goal is to better understand how inflamm…

This study tested a program called FinFit to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors deal with money problems caused by their illness. Researchers interviewed 16 people from community cancer clinics to design and improve the program. The goal was to figure out the best w…

This study looked at 232 adult cancer patients with sepsis and low blood pressure to see if adding a type of antibiotic called aminoglycosides helps them recover faster. The main goal was to see how quickly their blood pressure returned to normal without needing strong blood pres…

This completed study collected information from nearly 1,000 children who had both cancer and developmental abnormalities like birth defects or growth issues. The goal was to find new genetic syndromes that make children more likely to develop cancer. Researchers analyzed blood a…

This study looked at how the COVID-19 lockdown changed the health habits and medical care of 1,343 people with chronic conditions like heart disease, multiple sclerosis, and hemophilia. Researchers used phone surveys to track medication use, lifestyle changes, and access to healt…

This completed trial tested an interactive survivorship program for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors. The program included a mobile app, telehealth support, and printed materials to help survivors access healthcare resources, improve self-management skills, and reduce …

This completed study looked at how common gut inflammation and leaky gut are in 80 adults with blood cancer who were in intensive care for sepsis or septic shock. Researchers measured two markers—calprotectin in stool and zonulin in blood—to better understand intestinal dysfuncti…

This completed study looked at 314 people with blood cancers who received stem cell transplants from mismatched donors. Researchers tracked donor-specific antibodies after transplant to see how often they appear and what factors influence them. The goal is to better understand an…

This study tested whether a small, swallowable capsule can accurately measure body temperature in 30 hospitalized patients with blood cancers who have very low immunity (neutropenia). Researchers compared the capsule's temperature readings to standard ear thermometer measurements…

This study looked at how well the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine triggers an immune response in 196 adults with weakened immune systems (due to conditions like kidney transplant, cancer, or HIV) compared to healthy adults. Researchers measured antibody levels and their ability to neutra…

This study tracked 300 cancer patients receiving their first round of chemotherapy to see how often nausea and vomiting still happen, even with standard anti-nausea medicines. Participants filled out questionnaires about their symptoms in the first 24 hours and up to 4 days after…

This study tested a training program for community healthcare providers to improve their knowledge and skills in caring for cancer survivors. Twenty-eight providers from five Ohio hospitals participated in virtual sessions covering topics like long-term side effects, health promo…

This completed study enrolled 200 cancer patients aged 40-85 who were about to start chemotherapy. Researchers tracked symptoms like numbness, daily activity, and falls using surveys, activity monitors, and even smart socks. The goal was to find simple ways for doctors to predict…

This study tested whether an electronic diary app helps cancer patients take their oral medications more consistently than a traditional paper diary. A total of 124 adults with solid tumors or blood cancers were randomly assigned to use either the app or a paper diary to track th…

This completed study looked at 800 children who survived blood cancer to see if having a congenital heart defect raises their risk of death or other health problems later in life. Researchers also checked for shared genetic links between the two conditions. The goal is to better …

This study tested whether a wearable device and smartphone app can monitor cancer patients' vital signs and symptoms as well as standard in-clinic checks. About 100 patients with various cancers participated, either after CAR-T cell therapy or during radiation treatment. The goal…

This study looked at 126 people aged 60 and older who had a bone marrow transplant for blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. Researchers measured physical abilities, mental health, and stress levels before and after transplant to find traits that help people recover better. Th…

This early-phase study tested the safety and drug levels of belinostat in 17 patients with advanced solid tumors or blood cancers that had not responded to prior treatments. Researchers grouped patients by their UGT1A1 gene type to see if genetic differences affect how the drug i…

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…

This study followed 267 adults who had stem cell transplants to understand why some develop chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a common complication. Researchers collected blood, saliva, tears, and tissue samples, along with eye scans and breathing tests, to find early sig…

This study looked at whether a special type of PET scan can help doctors diagnose and treat a rare fungal infection of the liver and spleen in people with blood cancer or those who had a stem cell transplant. The infection often appears after severe neutropenia (low white blood c…

This study collected one blood sample from 40 adults with very low platelets (30,000 or fewer per microliter) due to blood cancers or their treatments. The goal was simply to gather samples for research, not to test any new drug or therapy. Participants had to be 18 or older and …