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Acute Myeloid Leukemia Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge acute myeloid leukemia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Acute Myeloid Leukemia Study in Houston

To find the recommended dose of ziftomenib in combination with gemtuzumab ozogamicin and venetoclax that can be given to pediatric participants who have relapsed or refractory AML or MPAL.

Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age ≥ 3 year to 21 years
Karnofsky for children \>16yo and Lansky \<16yo.
Relapsed/refractory AML, or MPAL with a myeloid phenotype.
Evidence of leukemia (AML, MPAL with a myeloid phenotype) in the bone marrow as detected by morphology or molecular diagnostics.
Presence of KMT2Ar, NUP98r, NPM1c, UBTF-ITD or other HOX pathway mutation.
WBC must be below 25,000/ƒÊL at time of enrollment. Participants may receive cytoreduction prior to enrollment.
Baseline ejection fraction must be \> 40%.
Adequate hepatic function (direct bilirubin \< 1.5x upper limit of normal (ULN) unless increase is due to Gilbert's disease or leukemic involvement, and AST and/or ALT \< 3x ULN unless considered due to leukemic involvement, in which case direct bilirubin or AST and/or ALT \< 5x ULN will be considered eligible).
Adequate renal function (creatinine clearance ≥ 30 mL/min) unless related to disease.
In the absence of rapidly proliferative disease, the interval from prior treatment to time of initiation will be at least 14 days for cytotoxic or non-cytotoxic (immunotherapy agent(s), or an interval of 5 half-lives of the prior therapy. Oral hydroxyurea and/or cytarabine (up to 2 g/m2) for participants with rapidly proliferative disease is allowed before the start of study therapy, as needed, for clinical benefit and after discussion with the PI. Concurrent therapy for central nervous system (CNS) prophylaxis or continuation of therapy for controlled CNS disease is permitted.
3 month washout prior from bone marrow transplantation.
Unless surgically or biologically sterile: Women of childbearing potential must agree to adequate methods of contraception during the study and at least 3 months for males, and 6 months for females, after the last treatment.

Exclusion Criteria

Participants who weigh less than 10kg.
Participants with any concurrent uncontrolled medical condition, laboratory abnormality, or psychiatric illness which could place the patient at unacceptable risk of study treatment.
The use of other chemotherapeutic agents or anti-leukemic agents is not permitted during study with the following exceptions (1) intrathecal chemotherapy for prophylactic use or for controlled CNS leukemia. (2) use of hydroxyurea for patients with rapidly proliferative disease or for control of counts during differentiation syndrome. (3) use of steroids for treatment of differentiation syndrome.
Participants with any severe gastrointestinal or metabolic condition which could interfere with the absorption of oral study medications.
Participants with chronic liver disease.
Participants with a concurrent active malignancy under treatment.
Known active hepatitis B (HBV) or Hepatitis C (HCV) infection or known HIV infection.
Female participants who are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Participants has an active uncontrolled infection.
Any of the following within the 6 months prior to study entry: myocardial infarction, uncontrolled/unstable angina, congestive heart failure (New York Heart Association Classification Class ≥II), life-threatening, uncontrolled arrhythmia, cerebrovascular accident, or transient ischemic attack.
Mean corrected QT interval by Fredericia's formula \>480 ms on triplicate 12-lead electrocardiograms performed within approximately 5 minutes of each other.
History of or any concurrent condition, therapy, or laboratory abnormality that in the Investigator's opinion might confound the results of the study, interfere with the participant's participation for the full duration of the study, or is not in the best interest of the patient to participate.
Clinically active central nervous system (CNS) leukemia.
The use of topical steroids for cutaneous graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) or stable systemic steroid doses less than or equal to 20 mg of prednisone daily are permitted.
Participants with Grade \> 2 active acute GVHD, moderate or severe limited chronic GVHD, or extensive chronic GVHD of any severity.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06448013) has an active research site in Houston, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for acute myeloid leukemia treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT06448013) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced acute myeloid leukemia specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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