Clinical trials
Refractory Acute Leukemia clinical trials
Below are recruiting refractory acute leukemia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 386 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06537843RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax, cytarabine and metformin for AML
This trial tests a combination of three drugs – venetoclax, cytarabine, and metformin – for adults with AML who cannot receive standard high-dose chemotherapy. It aims to see if this gentler mix can help control the leukemia with fewer side effects.
BelémAges 18 years+ - NCT06561152RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tagraxofusp plus low-intensity chemo for CD123+ AML
This trial tests a drug called tagraxofusp combined with a gentle chemotherapy regimen for people whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has come back or not responded to an initial venetoclax-based treatment. The study focuses on patients whose leukemia cells have a protein called CD123 on their surface.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06581081Recruiting
CAR-T therapy with or without stem cell transplant for B-cell leukemia
This trial tests a CD19-targeted CAR-T cell therapy (S1904) for people with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has come back or not responded to treatment. After CAR-T, some patients may go on to a stem cell transplant. The goal is to see if the CAR-T can lead to remission and who needs a transplant.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 12–65 - NCT03934372RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ponatinib for children with relapsed or hard-to-treat cancers
This trial tests a targeted therapy called ponatinib in children whose leukemia, lymphoma, or solid tumor has come back or hasn't improved with standard treatments. The drug works by blocking signals that help cancer cells grow, and the study looks at how safe and effective it is for different cancer types.
GhentAges 1–17 - NCT06626893Recruiting
Leukemia study using advanced tests to find targeted treatment
This study uses advanced tests (genetics and other 'omics' methods) to better understand your leukemia and find a treatment that targets its specific features. It may help if standard treatments haven't worked or stopped working.
Meldola, Forlì-CesenaAges 18 years+ - NCT06642025RecruitingEarly Phase 1
EX02 car-t cells for hard-to-treat acute myeloid leukemia
This trial tests a new treatment called EX02 CAR-T cells for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses your own immune cells, modified to target a specific marker on leukemia cells, to help fight the cancer.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–70 - NCT06651229RecruitingPhase 1
Study of JNJ-90189892 for blood cancers
This trial tests a new drug, JNJ-90189892, for people with certain types of blood cancers (acute myeloid leukemia or higher-risk myelodysplastic neoplasms) that have come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective.
ConcordAges 18 years+ - NCT06659653RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PRG-2302 for relapsed or hard-to-treat B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia
This trial tests a new drug called PRG-2302 for people whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (a type of blood cancer) has come back or not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if PRG-2302 is safe and can help control the disease.
Jinzhou, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06660368RecruitingPhase 2
A study of a drug combo for relapsed or refractory AML
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapy (venetoclax) and chemotherapy (cladribine, cytarabine, G-CSF, mitoxantrone) for people with acute myeloid leukemia that has come back or not responded to previous treatment. It aims to see if this combination can help achieve remission.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT06680661RecruitingPhase 2
Double cord blood transplant with abatacept for GVHD prevention
This trial tests whether adding abatacept to a double cord blood transplant can prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in people with certain blood cancers. You may qualify if you have high-risk leukemia or other blood disorders and do not have a matched related or unrelated donor.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT06680752RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A car-t cell therapy trial for AML or MDS
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy, ARD103, for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has come back or is not responding to treatment. It aims to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT03874052RecruitingPhase 1
Ruxolitinib plus venetoclax and azacitidine for relapsed AML
This early-phase study tests a combination of ruxolitinib with venetoclax, with or without azacitidine, for adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has come back or does not respond to treatment. It may help by stopping cancer cells from growing and improving blood counts, with the exact plan guided by the study arm you’re assigned to.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07012044RecruitingPhase 1
Cedazuridine and decitabine after stem cell transplant for childhood leukemia
This trial tests if adding two chemotherapy drugs (cedazuridine and decitabine) along with a growth factor (filgrastim) can help prevent leukemia from coming back after a stem cell transplant. It is for children and young adults with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia who are in remission after transplant.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06713837RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing treatments for relapsed or hard-to-treat AML
This trial compares two types of chemotherapy for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that came back or did not get better after initial treatment. Your doctor will help decide if you can join, and you will be randomly assigned to either a lower-intensity or a higher-intensity treatment plan.
BrnoAges 18 years+ - NCT06741722RecruitingPhase 2
Study of mitoxantrone liposome combo for relapsed or refractory AML
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (mitoxantrone liposome plus others) for people with AML that has returned or hasn't responded to treatment. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and effective.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06777979RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell therapy for children with hard-to-treat leukemia
This trial tests a special kind of immune cell therapy that targets two markers (CD19 and CD22) on leukemia cells. It is for children and teens whose leukemia has come back multiple times or has not responded to standard treatment.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 21 years - NCT06793241RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Donor CAR-T cells for B-cell leukemia
This trial tests whether CAR-T cells made from a healthy donor can help treat B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has come back or not responded to treatment. It's for adults who cannot use their own cells for CAR-T therapy.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06802315RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation therapy before stem cell transplant for high-risk blood cancers
This trial tests a precise type of radiation called intensity modulated total marrow irradiation before a stem cell transplant. It aims to destroy cancer cells while reducing side effects for patients with high-risk leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT06816134RecruitingPhase 2
TmBU chemo before stem cell transplant for high-risk leukemia
This clinical trial tests a new combination of chemotherapy drugs (called TmBU) before a stem cell transplant for people with high-risk or relapsed acute leukemia. The goal is to see if this conditioning regimen works better and is safe for patients who need a transplant.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 15–65 - NCT06834282RecruitingPhase 1
A study of CER-1236 for certain blood cancers
This trial tests an experimental cell therapy called CER-1236 for people with acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, or myelofibrosis. It aims to see if it can help treat these cancers.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - NCT06847269RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy for children and young adults with CD19+ leukemia
This trial tests an immunotherapy called CAR T cells for leukemia that has come back or is hard to treat. It aims to use your own immune cells to fight the cancer.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 21 years - NCT06869265RecruitingPhase 2
Thiotepa added to standard chemo before a stem cell transplant for older adults with high-risk AML
This trial tests whether adding a drug called thiotepa to the usual chemotherapy (busulfan and fludarabine) before a half-matched stem cell transplant can safely and effectively treat older adults (55–70) with high-risk AML.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 55–70 - NCT06880354RecruitingPhase 1
Dual-target CAR-T cells for relapsed or refractory AML
This study tests a new CAR-T cell therapy that targets two proteins, CLL1 and CD38, on leukemia cells. It is designed for people whose acute myeloid leukemia has returned or not responded to treatment.
TianjinAges 18–70 - NCT06927466RecruitingPhase 1
B019 for relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia
This trial tests a new treatment called B019 for people whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment targets specific proteins on the cancer cells to help your immune system fight the leukemia.
BeijingAges 3–25
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for refractory acute leukemia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 386 recruiting refractory acute leukemia 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 refractory acute leukemia 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 refractory acute leukemia 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
- Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Relapsed/Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Refractory Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Refractory Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Refractory Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- Refractory Leukemia
- Refractory Transformed Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Refractory B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
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.