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
- NCT05342584RecruitingPhase 1
Venetoclax plus intensive chemo for AML and advanced MDS
This early-phase study tests whether venetoclax combined with intensive chemotherapy can treat AML (acute leukemia) and certain advanced MDS. It’s for people who are newly diagnosed (or certain high-risk blood cancers) and can safely tolerate strong treatment.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT05384691RecruitingPhase 2
Luspatercept for anemia in lower-risk MDS not needing transfusions
This Phase 2 trial studies whether luspatercept can improve anemia in people with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who do not currently need red-blood-cell transfusions. It’s also looking to see if the benefit is similar whether or not you have ring sideroblasts.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT05434598Recruiting
Whole-genome testing added to standard testing for MDS
This study checks whether adding whole-genome sequencing (a deeper look at DNA) alongside standard genomic tests helps in evaluating myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). It aims to see if this extra testing is useful and acceptable during routine care—especially for people newly being worked up for MDS.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05476770RecruitingPhase 1
Tagraxofusp for children with CD123-positive leukemia
This study tests tagraxofusp, a medicine that targets a marker called CD123 on cancer cells, in children and young adults whose leukemia or lymphoma has come back or is resistant to treatment. It may help by shrinking the cancer and improving disease control after standard therapies have not worked.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1–21 - NCT05584761RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cord blood stem cells plus azacitidine for advanced blood cancers
This trial tests whether adding donated cord blood stem cells to azacitidine can improve outcomes for people with advanced MDS, CMML-2, or a certain type of AML. It may help by giving the treatment a stronger chance to control abnormal blood-forming cells.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT05601726RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new drug for hard-to-treat AML or high-risk MDS
This early study tests a new medicine (ABD-3001) to see if it’s safe and tolerable, how the body handles it, and whether it shows early signs of helping people with relapsed or hard-to-treat AML or high-risk MDS. It may be an option if standard treatments have already failed and you can’t receive a stem cell transplant.
Marseille, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT05636514RecruitingPhase 1
Testing epigenetic and sensitizer treatment for AML and MDS
This early-phase trial tests whether a combination of targeted medicines can improve outcomes in people with higher-risk MDS or certain types of AML or CMML. It’s designed to find the safest dose and learn if the treatment can help the cancer respond.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT05755867Recruiting
Global registry for people with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria
This trial is a global patient registry that collects health information from people diagnosed with PNH (a blood condition caused by a genetic change in the PIG-A gene). It may help researchers better understand the condition and what care people receive.
Bethesda, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05788679RecruitingPhase 2
Use a patient’s genetic test to guide treatment after transplant
This study looks at a personalized lab test to detect small amounts of disease after a stem cell transplant and then decide what treatment comes next. It may help some people with certain bone-marrow diseases stay in remission while avoiding unnecessary treatment.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT05807932RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Venetoclax added to conditioning before stem cell transplant
This trial tests adding venetoclax to a standard “conditioning” chemotherapy plan before an allogeneic stem cell transplant (using a donor) for certain bone marrow cancers. It aims to improve how well the transplant works and how safe this combination is for people with MDS, CMML, or sAML.
Aachen, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT05884333RecruitingPhase 2
Cord blood transplant for adults with blood cancer
This Phase 2 study tests using donated cord blood to treat certain adult blood cancers that are at high risk of coming back. It may help strengthen the body’s ability to rebuild blood and fight the cancer after intensive treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 21–65 - NCT05924100RecruitingPhase 2
Luspatercept for lower red blood counts in MDS with del5q
This Phase 2 trial studies luspatercept to improve anemia (low red blood cells) in people with MDS that has a del5q change. It also checks safety, especially for people who need red blood cell transfusions and have not benefited from prior standard treatments.
AlessandriaAges 18 years+ - NCT05986240RecruitingPhase 1
Danvatirsen with or without venetoclax for advanced MDS or AML
This trial tests a new drug called danvatirsen, first alone and then combined with venetoclax, for people with advanced myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. It aims to see if this approach can help when other options have stopped working.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06211166Recruiting
Tracking cancer genes after stem cell transplant with digital PCR
This trial uses a precise blood test called digital PCR to measure tiny amounts of leftover cancer cells in patients who have had a stem cell transplant. It helps doctors see how well the transplant is working and if more treatment is needed.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06247787RecruitingPhase 1
Imetelstat plus chemo for relapsed leukemia in kids
This trial tests a new drug called imetelstat combined with two chemotherapy drugs (fludarabine and cytarabine) for children and teens with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), or juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose of imetelstat and see if it helps control the cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1–18 - NCT06297941RecruitingPhase 1
Study of REM-422 for AML or high-risk MDS
This trial tests an experimental oral medication called REM-422 for people with AML (a type of blood cancer) that has not responded to treatment or has come back, or for those with high-risk MDS. The goal is to see if it is safe and effective.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06326463RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for CD70-positive blood cancers in children
This trial tests a special immune cell therapy (CAR T-cells) that targets a protein called CD70 on blood cancer cells. It is for children and young adults up to age 21 whose cancer has come back or hasn't gotten better with other treatments.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 21 years - NCT06329999Recruiting
CMGV for recurrent AML and high-risk MDS
This study tests a new treatment called CMGV for adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) has returned or is not improving. It is for people who may be older or have had other blood disorders.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06372717RecruitingPhase 1
Testing APL-4098 alone or combined for AML or MDS
This trial tests a new drug called APL-4098, given alone or with another medicine, for people with certain blood cancers (AML or MDS) that have come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well.
Clayton, VictoriaAges 18 years+ - NCT06398457RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Darzalex Before Stem Cell Transplant for High-Risk Graft Failure
This trial tests giving a drug called Darzalex Faspro before the usual desensitization and a stem cell transplant for people at high risk of graft failure due to donor-specific antibodies. The goal is to prevent the transplant from failing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06430385RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ION440 for MECP2 Duplication Syndrome
This trial tests an experimental medicine called ION440 for people with MECP2 Duplication Syndrome. The medicine is given as an injection into the spinal fluid, and the study aims to check its safety and how well it works.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 2–65 - NCT06465160RecruitingPhase 1
Study of MNV-201 for low-risk MDS with anemia
This study tests a new therapy called MNV-201 for people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) who have anemia and need regular blood transfusions. The goal is to see if this treatment can help reduce or stop the need for transfusions.
Jerusalem, IsraelAges 18–100 - NCT06498973RecruitingPhase 1
Maintenance therapy after stem cell transplant for CD123-positive AML/MDS
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, tagraxofusp and azacitidine, given as maintenance therapy after a stem cell transplant. The goal is to prevent the leukemia or MDS from coming back in patients whose cancer cells carry a specific marker called CD123.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06499285RecruitingPhase 3
Study of elritercept for anemia in low-risk MDS needing transfusions
This trial tests an investigational drug called elritercept for adults with a specific type of low-risk MDS (myelodysplastic syndromes) who have anemia (low red blood cells) and need regular blood transfusions. The goal is to see if elritercept can reduce or eliminate the need for transfusions.
Duarte, 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.
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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.