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MALT lymphoma
MONDO:0007650An indolent, extranodal type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma composed of small B-lymphocytes (centrocyte-like cells). The gastrointestinal tract is the most common site of involvement. Other common sites of involvement include lung, head and neck, ocular adnexae, skin, thyroid, and breast. Gastric involvement is associated with the presence of H. pylori infection. (WHO, 2001)
Also known as: Extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma, Extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue, Extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT-lymphoma), Extranodal marginal zone lymphoma of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue, Immunocytoma, MALT lymphoma, MALT-lymphoma, MALToma
2025 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 30 tagged with MALT lymphoma itself.
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Sub-types of MALT lymphoma
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New cocktail of drugs tested for Tough-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing several new drug combinations for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. About 129 participants will receive one of several experimental combinations, including drugs like ibrutinib and selinex…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to control rare lymphoma without chemotherapy
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining zanubrutinib (a targeted pill) with rituximab (an antibody infusion) can shrink or control MALT lymphoma, a slow-growing cancer of the lymph nodes and organs. About 42 adults with newly diagnosed advanced disease or lymphoma that returned after …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to control lymphoma without chemo
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing two drugs, obinutuzumab and ibrutinib, as the first treatment for people with indolent non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, a slow-growing blood cancer. The goal is to see how many patients respond to the combination. The study involves 30 participants and is no…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat lymphomas
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new three-drug combination (ibrutinib, rituximab, and bendamustine) in adults with certain types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that have come back after prior treatment. The main goal is to find the safest dose of ibrutinib when given with the other two d…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Kami Maddocks, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny radiation dose may tame eye lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a very low dose of radiation (4 Gy) can control slow-growing B-cell lymphoma in the eye socket. About 50 adults with stage I-IV indolent lymphoma or mantle cell lymphoma will receive this targeted treatment. The goal is to shrink or stop the cancer while …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for slowing lymphoma growth
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, ixazomib and rituximab, in people with slow-growing B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The goal is to see how well the drugs shrink or control the cancer. About 33 adults with different types of this lymphoma are taking part.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered T-Cells take on tough lymphoma in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests a new approach for patients with high-risk or recurrent non-Hodgkin lymphoma. After a stem cell transplant, participants receive a single infusion of their own genetically modified T-cells designed to recognize and attack cancer cells. The study aims to f…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New combo therapy hopes to tackle tough lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called venetoclax combined with standard chemotherapy drugs for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has come back or stopped responding to treatment. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose of the new combination. About …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New hope for marginal zone lymphoma: Chemo-Free combo shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a combination of two drugs, ibrutinib and rituximab, in people with untreated marginal zone lymphoma, a rare blood cancer. The study aims to see how many patients achieve complete remission after one year and how long they stay cancer-free. About 175 par…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: International Extranodal Lymphoma Study Group (IELSG) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Promising new combo aims to tame rare lymphoma with less radiation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a two-step treatment for people with early-stage MALT lymphoma, a slow-growing cancer of the lymph nodes. First, patients take a targeted drug called orelabrutinib. Then, based on how well the tumor responds, they receive an ultra-low dose of radiation (4Gy) to a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New strategy aims to tame common virus after stem cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a modified plan to prevent and treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people with blood cancers who have had a donor stem cell transplant. CMV is a common virus that can cause serious problems after transplant. The study involves 153 participants and looks at w…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, chlorambucil and rituximab, followed by ongoing rituximab maintenance, in 112 people with MALT lymphoma, a slow-growing cancer of the lymph nodes. The goal is to see how many patients achieve complete remission. Participants must have …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: International Extranodal Lymphoma Study Group (IELSG) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests adding a drug called selinexor to the standard chemotherapy RCHOP for people with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination works better than standard treatment alone. About 43 adults with advanced or returning ly…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC