Clinical trials · Pittsburgh, PA
Sickle Cell Disease clinical trials in Pittsburgh
We’re tracking 7 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site in or near Pittsburgh — including Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Pittsburgh
- NCT03653338RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Bone marrow transplant using donor blood to treat sickle cell
This trial tests a specific type of bone marrow transplant for people with sickle cell disease (or certain other blood disorders) who have had serious complications despite standard care. It aims to see if removing the patient’s immune cells and using a matched donor’s cells can improve outcomes and reduce complications.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 5–40 - NCT05210114Recruiting
Skin hydration study in people with sickle cell
This study looks at how hydrated your skin is in people with sickle cell disease. It aims to better understand skin-related changes, which may help doctors monitor health and treatments in the future.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT04398628Recruiting
Study of non-cancer blood disorders in people with bleeding or clotting
This study follows people with inherited or acquired non-cancer blood disorders to better understand symptoms, causes, and how different treatments work over time. You may be placed into a disorder-specific group, depending on your diagnosis and testing results.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06699849RecruitingPhase 2
CSL889 for sickle cell pain crisis
This trial tests a new medicine, CSL889, for people with sickle cell disease who are currently having a pain crisis (vaso-occlusive crisis). The goal is to see if it safely helps reduce the pain and speed recovery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06481306RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for sickle cell disease in healthy people and patients
This early-phase study tests a new drug (BMS-986470) for people with sickle cell disease who have frequent pain crises. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce crises. It includes a small group of healthy volunteers as well.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04109820Recruiting
Testing MitoQ for blood clotting activity in sickle cell
This trial studies whether MitoQ changes how your platelets (blood cells that help clot) work and how much “reactive oxygen” your body makes. It includes adults with sickle cell anemia and African American healthy volunteers to compare results.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06374238Recruiting
Peer Support for Young People with Sickle Cell Pain
This study is testing a peer support program for teens and young adults (ages 16–30) with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain. You'll connect with a trained peer supporter through your smartphone to learn pain coping skills and get support.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 16–30
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Where these studies are running near Pittsburgh
Institutions with a site for the recruiting sickle cell disease studies listed above.
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh · 3 studies
- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania
- Local Institution - 0032
- Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC
- University of Pittsburgh
- UPMC Montefiore Hospital
- UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
What taking part in a sickle cell disease study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting sickle cell disease studies in Pennsylvania.
Common questions
- Are there sickle cell disease clinical trials near Pittsburgh?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 7 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site near Pittsburgh, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a sickle cell disease study near Pittsburgh?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Pittsburgh to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Pittsburgh, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a sickle cell disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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New sickle cell disease studies open near Pittsburgh regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.