Memphis, TNNCT06810583Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Leukemia Clinical Trial in Memphis, TN

Access cutting-edge leukemia treatment through this phase 1 clinical trial at a research site in Memphis. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Memphis

    Convenient for TN 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 Memphis site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Leukemia Study in Memphis

This is a single-arm pilot clinical trial evaluating dalbavancin-based prophylaxis in children and adolescents with acute myeloid leukemia or relapsed lymphoblastic leukemia receiving myelosuppressive chemotherapy. Primary objective: \- To estimate the rate of bacterial bloodstream infection in pediatric patients with AML or relapsed ALL undergoing chemotherapy receiving dalbavancin-based prophylaxis Secondary objectives: * To describe the population pharmacokinetics of every 28 days dalbavancin up to 12 weeks in pediatric patients with AML or relapsed ALL undergoing chemotherapy * To describe the tolerability of every 28 days dalbavancin prophylaxis in pediatric patients with AML or relapsed ALL undergoing chemotherapy * To describe the acceptability of every 28 days dalbavancin prophylaxis in pediatric patients with AML or relapsed ALL undergoing chemotherapy * To estimate the rates of likely bacterial infections, Clostridioides difficile infection, and febrile neutropenia in pediatric patients receiving dalbavancin-based prophylaxis

Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Aged less than or equal to 25 years at enrollment
Receiving treatment for AML or relapsed ALL at St. Jude and treatment is expected to cause prolonged (\> 7 days) severe neutropenia (ANC \< 500/ml)
Expected to receive care at St. Jude for at least 56 days following enrollment on the protocol
Female participant, greater than or equal to 9 years old, has a documented negative pregnancy test prior to receipt of study drug.

Exclusion Criteria

Allergy to vancomycin, dalbavancin, teicoplanin, levofloxacin or ciprofloxacin (Not including non-anaphylactic vancomycin infusion reaction)
Documented past or current infection or colonization with pathogenic bacteria resistant to vancomycin plus either ciprofloxacin or levofloxacin
Diagnosed with long QT syndrome
Any condition judged by the investigator to put the participant at high risk from participation
Suspected or proven active bacterial infection
Inability to complete requirements of participation in the study (in the opinion of the investigator)
Expected survival \<28 days
Alkaline phosphatase, alanine transferase or total bilirubin ≥ 3x upper limit of normal for age
Estimated glomerular filtration rate (EGFR) \<30 mL/minute/1.73 m2
Other absolute contraindication to administration of fluoroquinolone antibiotics or dalbavancin
Participant is pregnant or breastfeeding a child

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Memphis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06810583) has an active research site in Memphis, TN 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.

Leukemia Treatment Options in Memphis, TN

If you're searching for leukemia treatment options in Memphis, TN, this clinical trial (NCT06810583) 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 Memphis research site is actively enrolling participants for this phase 1 clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all leukemia clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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