Clinical trials
MDS clinical trials
Below are recruiting mds clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 139 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06577441RecruitingPhase 2
Adding enasidenib to usual care for higher-risk MDS with IDH2 mutation
This trial tests whether adding enasidenib (a targeted pill) to the standard chemotherapy (cedazuridine-decitabine) works better than the chemotherapy alone for people with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) whose cells have a specific change in the IDH2 gene.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05350748Recruiting
MDS study using detailed tests on blood and bone marrow
This study carefully evaluates people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and closely related blood disorders using detailed medical, blood, and bone marrow testing. The goal is to better understand these conditions and how they progress, which may help guide future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–120 years - NCT05483010RecruitingPhase 2
Testing statins to treat low-risk blood disorders with abnormal blood counts
This Phase 2 trial studies whether a statin medicine can help people with CCUS (a bone-marrow condition with abnormal genetic mutations) or lower-risk MDS (a blood disorder) that causes persistent low blood counts. It aims to see if statins can improve blood-related outcomes while keeping you safe from side effects.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07422480RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing elritercept to epoetin alfa for anemia in MDS needing transfusions
This trial tests a new drug called elritercept against a standard treatment, epoetin alfa, for people with a low-risk form of MDS who need regular blood transfusions for anemia. The goal is to see if elritercept works better to reduce the need for transfusions.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05473910RecruitingPhase 1
Engineered donor T cells after stem cell transplant for blood cancers
This trial tests specially engineered donor T cells (TSC-100 or TSC-101) given after a stem cell transplant to help prevent cancer relapse in people with AML, MDS, or ALL. It is for patients who have a specific genetic marker (HA-1 or HA-2) and a matched donor.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03050268Recruiting
Study of childhood cancer risk in families
This study looks at inherited (family) risk for childhood cancers, including families with early cancers or known cancer risk conditions. It may help researchers understand why some children get cancer and improve future risk detection and care.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT03113643RecruitingPhase 1
SL-401 with standard drugs for hard-to-treat blood cancers
This Phase 1 study tests SL-401, given with azacitidine and sometimes venetoclax, to treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML), high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), or blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN). It aims to find a safe dose and see whether the combination can improve blood cancer control.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03886662RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
LB-100 for low-risk MDS after prior treatment failure
This Phase 1/2 trial studies LB-100 in adults with low or intermediate-1 risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). It may help by improving blood counts or disease control in people whose prior treatments have not worked or stopped working.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT03970096RecruitingPhase 2
Reduce graft-versus-host disease after stem cell transplant
This Phase 2 study tests ways to lower the risk of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a serious complication after an allogeneic stem cell transplant from a matched donor. It is for people with acute leukemia or MDS who are going to receive intensive conditioning therapy, aiming to improve safety while keeping the transplant effective.
Tampa, FloridaAges 1–60 - NCT04064060RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety follow-up for luspatercept study participants
This trial studies the long-term safety of luspatercept (ACE-536) in people who already took part in an earlier luspatercept study. It mainly helps doctors better understand ongoing side effects and overall safety over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04251078Recruiting
Blood tests to track mutations in lower-risk MDS
This study uses repeated blood samples to watch how genetic changes in your blood evolve in lower-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). It may help doctors understand what mutation changes mean over time for people not on strong cancer-fighting treatments.
Badalona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04419649RecruitingPhase 2
Elritercept for anemia in lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes
This trial tests elritercept, a medicine meant to improve anemia (low blood count) in adults with certain lower-risk bone marrow disorders called MDS. If you qualify, the study may help reduce the need for blood transfusions or improve anemia symptoms.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04587856Recruiting
Study why blood cancer returns after donor stem cell transplant
This study looks at why a bone marrow disorder (MDS) can come back after a donor stem cell transplant. It may help researchers understand relapse, which could improve future care for people getting transplants.
BariAges 18 years+ - NCT04628026RecruitingPhase 3
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for new AML or high-risk MDS
This trial tests adding venetoclax to standard chemotherapy to help people with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk MDS (MDS-EB-2) live longer and reduce cancer activity. You may benefit if you’re eligible for intensive chemotherapy and meet specific blood, organ, and treatment timing requirements.
InnsbruckAges 18–75 - NCT04644016RecruitingPhase 2
Cord blood transplant for children and young adults with blood cancers
This Phase 2 trial studies using a cord blood transplant after finding it is risky enough that standard treatment may not be sufficient. It may help certain children and young adults with specific leukemia, lymphoma, and some non-cancer blood/immune or inherited disorders who do not have a well-matched donor available in time.
New York, New YorkAges Up to 21 years - NCT04645199Recruiting
Long-term follow-up study for blood and bone marrow diseases
This study is collecting long-term follow-up information from people diagnosed with certain blood and bone marrow conditions. It may help doctors understand what happens over time and improve future care, but you’re mainly contributing data rather than receiving a new treatment.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT04708054RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Venetoclax with busulfan chemo for high-risk AML or MDS
This study tests whether adding venetoclax to a specific busulfan-based chemotherapy plan improves outcomes for people with high-risk AML or MDS. It mainly targets patients whose leukemia/marrow disease still has high-risk features or measurable disease after initial treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT04742634RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Preemptive drug DEC-C after transplant to reduce hidden cancer
This trial tests whether giving DEC-C (a decitabine-based treatment) soon after an allogeneic transplant can improve outcomes for MDS patients who still have “measurable residual disease” (hidden leftover disease) detectable by a genetic test. It also compares this approach to standard observation if the hidden disease is not detected or if the higher-risk safety checks are not met.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–75 - NCT04741945RecruitingPhase 2
Metformin to help prevent leukemia in certain blood disorders
This Phase 2 study tests whether metformin can lower the risk of leukemia developing in people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (LR-MDS) or CCUS. You may be considered if your blood counts have stayed low and other causes have been ruled out.
Copenhagen, Copenhagen NAges 18 years+ - NCT04771572RecruitingPhase 1
Oral drug LP-118 for relapsed blood cancers
This Phase 1 study tests an oral (by mouth) drug called LP-118 in people whose blood cancers have returned or did not respond to prior treatment. The goal is to find a safe dose and see whether it can shrink or control the cancer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 13 years+ - NCT04898790Recruiting
Testing ways to improve thinking after bone marrow transplant
This study looks at whether a physical activity program and related study measures can improve thinking and memory in older adults around the time of a stem cell transplant. If you qualify and participate, the team will compare outcomes between groups to see what approach works best.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT04986657Recruiting
Whole genome testing to help diagnose AML or MDS
This study checks whether adding whole genome sequencing (reading a person’s DNA more broadly) alongside standard genetic tests improves the diagnosis process for AML or MDS. It may help doctors decide on the best next steps when AML/MDS is suspected.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05184842RecruitingPhase 2
Weekly low-dose decitabine plus venetoclax for MDS or AML
This Phase 2 study tests a gentler weekly combination of two medicines—decitabine and venetoclax—for people with MDS, AML, or MDS/MPN. The goal is to improve blood counts and disease control while reducing side effects compared with more harsh treatments.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05308264RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
R289 for lower-risk MDS that still needs blood support
This Phase 1/2 study tests R289 in adults with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) whose disease keeps causing anemia and/or ongoing need for red blood cell transfusions. It may help reduce blood problems and treat MDS when standard options haven’t worked well enough or aren’t suitable.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for mds?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 139 recruiting mds studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a mds trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a mds trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.