Bone Marrow Transplant for Blood Cancer
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
If transplantation using mismatched unrelated donors or non-first-degree relatives could be performed with an acceptable toxicity profile, an important unmet need would be served. Towards this goal, the current study extends our platform of nonmyeloablative, partially HLA-mismatched bone marrow transplant (BMT) and Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant (PBSCT) to the use of such donors, investigating up to several postgrafting immunosuppression regimens that incorporate high-dose Cy. Of central interest is the incorporation of sirolimus into this postgrafting immunosuppression regimen. The primary goal for phase 1 is to identify a transplant regimen associated with acceptable rates of severe acute GVHD and NRM by Day 100 and for phase 2 estimate the 6-month probability of survival without having had acute grade III- IV GVHD or graft failure.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Allogeneic Blood or Marrow Transplant for blood cancer?
Research shows that allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (Allo-HSCT) is a curative treatment for blood cancers like acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloblastic leukemia (AML). Studies indicate that using conditioning regimens with drugs like cyclophosphamide and fludarabine, along with total body irradiation (TBI), can lead to successful outcomes, including hematopoietic reconstruction and reduced relapse rates.12345
Is bone marrow transplant generally safe for humans?
Research shows that bone marrow transplants, using fludarabine-based regimens, are generally safe with low organ toxicity and effective for stable engraftment in patients with conditions like Fanconi anemia and acute leukemia. However, there are risks of complications such as graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) and infections, which vary depending on the specific regimen and patient condition.34678
How does the Bone Marrow Transplant for Blood Cancer treatment differ from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it combines fludarabine and cyclophosphamide with total body irradiation to prepare the body for an allogeneic stem cell transplant, which can be more effective and less toxic than traditional regimens that use higher doses of cyclophosphamide. This approach aims to reduce organ toxicity while maintaining successful engraftment and survival rates.3791011
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for people aged 0.5-75 with certain blood cancers or tumors who've had at least two prior treatments, or specific poor-risk features. They must have acceptable organ function and performance status, no suitable HLA-matched donor, and not be pregnant or breastfeeding. HIV-positive individuals may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-Transplant Conditioning
Participants receive Fludarabine, Cytoxan, and Total Body Irradiation (TBI) as conditioning before transplantation
Transplantation
Participants undergo allogeneic blood or marrow transplantation (BMT) or Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant (PBSCT)
Post-Transplantation Immunosuppression
Participants receive high-dose Cytoxan, Sirolimus, and Mycophenolate Mofetil (MMF) for immunosuppression
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessment of GVHD and survival
Long-term Follow-up
Participants are tracked for event-free survival, overall survival, and incidence of chronic GVHD
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Allogeneic Blood or Marrow Transplant (Procedure)
- Cytoxan (Alkylating agents)
- Fludarabine (Alkylating agents)
- Mycophenolate Mofetil (Other)
- Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant (Procedure)
- Sirolimus (Immunosuppressant)
- Tacrolimus (Immunosuppressant)
- Total Body Irradiation (Radiation)
Allogeneic Blood or Marrow Transplant is already approved in European Union, United States, Canada, Japan for the following indications:
- Acute Leukemia
- Chronic Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Acute Leukemia
- Chronic Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Acute Leukemia
- Chronic Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Acute Leukemia
- Chronic Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes