Recruiting NA EBV Infection After Allogenic HSCT

Prevention study for EBV Infection After Allogenic HSCT

Official title Prevention of Epstein-Barr Virus Reactivation With the ATG-based Haploidentical Protocol Combined With Rituximab in Children Undergoing Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07693881

What this study is testing

What is Rituximab (R)?

Rituximab (R) is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for ebv infection after allogenic hsct.

Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.

What it's testing
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if adding rituximab to the ATG-based Protocol can prevent Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) from reactivating in children who have received an allogeneic haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplant. It will also learn about the safety of adding rituximab.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages up to 18

You may be able to join if

  • ECOG performance status score of 0-1, or Karnofsky Performance Status (KPS) score \> 80.
  • Diagnosis of a disease that has an indication for allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
  • Donor source is a related HLA haploidentical (half-matched) family donor.
  • Use of an "ATG-based" transplantation conditioning/protocol.
  • Written informed consent obtained from the patient's legal guardian prior to enrollment in this study.

You likely can't join if

  • Lansky performance score \< 60.
  • Diagnosis of EBV-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) or chronic active EBV infection.
  • Serum EBV DNA level \> 100 U/mL before transplantation.
  • Use of B-cell depleting immunotherapy (e.g., rituximab, blinatumomab, etc.) within 2 weeks prior to preconditioning.
  • Known allergy or hypersensitivity to rituximab.
  • Severe organ dysfunction
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • ECOG performance status score of 0-1, or Karnofsky Performance Status (KPS) score \> 80.
  • Diagnosis of a disease that has an indication for allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
  • Donor source is a related HLA haploidentical (half-matched) family donor.
  • Use of an "ATG-based" transplantation conditioning/protocol.
  • Written informed consent obtained from the patient's legal guardian prior to enrollment in this study.
What rules you out
  • Lansky performance score \< 60.
  • Diagnosis of EBV-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) or chronic active EBV infection.
  • Serum EBV DNA level \> 100 U/mL before transplantation.
  • Use of B-cell depleting immunotherapy (e.g., rituximab, blinatumomab, etc.) within 2 weeks prior to preconditioning.
  • Known allergy or hypersensitivity to rituximab.
  • Severe organ dysfunction
  • The subject or their legal guardian is unwilling or unable to comply with the protocol, or refuses to sign the informed consent document.
  • Patients deemed by the investigator to be unsuitable for participation in this trial.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Guangzhou, China

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, up to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Guangzhou, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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