Clinical trials
Transplant clinical trials
Below are recruiting transplant clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,497 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04410003RecruitingPhase 1
Stool-sample capsules to study gut microbiome in unexplained atherosclerosis
This early-phase study tests whether taking stool-based capsules can change gut bacteria in people with severe atherosclerosis that can’t be explained by usual risk factors. Researchers also measure related metabolic (body chemistry) and microbiome (gut bacteria) changes to see how this approach might help.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04439916Recruiting
Preventing CMV after lung transplant in special donor/recipient pairs
This study looks at how to prevent and monitor a virus called CMV after a lung transplant. It is for adults who are not carrying CMV themselves, but who receive lungs from donors who are CMV-positive, and it may help tailor safer follow-up care after transplant.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT04448184RecruitingPhase 3
Platelet transfusion strategy during stem cell transplant
This trial compares how platelets are given during a stem cell transplant to help prevent bleeding. It also watches for clotting risks, since platelets can affect both bleeding and clot formation.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT04453072Recruiting
iPhone weight-loss app for teens and young adults after transplant
This study tests whether an iPhone weight-management app can help adolescents and young adults lose weight after a stem cell transplant. If you qualify, you’ll use the app and the team will track changes in weight.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 13–30 - NCT04478292RecruitingPhase 3
New treatment strategy for children with newly diagnosed liver cancer
This Phase 3 study tests a modified treatment plan for children newly diagnosed with hepatoblastoma, a type of liver cancer. It may help improve how well treatment works and how safely it can be given by using a structured approach.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT04491370RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell transplant then polatuzumab for certain lymphomas
This trial tests whether doing your own stem cell transplant, followed by polatuzumab, can improve outcomes in people with specific B-cell non-Hodgkin or Hodgkin lymphomas that did not fully respond or has come back. It aims to add a targeted medicine after transplant to help control the lymphoma.
Valhalla, New YorkAges 12–70 - NCT04496479RecruitingPhase 2
Transplanting donor liver cells near lymph nodes in advanced liver disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether transplanting donor liver cells near lymph nodes can improve outcomes in people with advanced cirrhosis from certain liver conditions. It may help your liver function by adding healthy liver cells, but eligibility is tightly based on your current liver status and other health factors.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT04656080Recruiting
Test heart and lung exercise capacity after transplant
This study uses a treadmill or stationary bike test to measure how well your heart and lungs work after a heart transplant. It may help researchers see whether this type of testing is safe and useful in transplant follow-up.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04678401RecruitingPhase 1
Trial tests transplant using a half-matched donor for high-risk leukemia
This Phase 1 trial tests a special bone marrow transplant using a related “half-matched” donor (haploidentical), without a specific immune-suppressing medicine (“IS-free”). It’s for adults with certain high-risk AML or MDS to see if this approach can improve control of the disease while tracking safety.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT04678427Recruiting
Exercise program for kids and young adults in stem cell transplant
This trial tests whether a structured exercise program (“TEAM Me”) can improve movement and mobility during and after a blood stem cell transplant in young people with cancer. It may help reduce stiffness and weakness so you can move more comfortably during treatment.
Dallas, TexasAges 6–29 - NCT04684368RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment study for children and young adults with NGGCT brain tumors
This Phase 2 study tests a new treatment approach for certain brain tumors called NGGCT in children and young adults. It may help improve outcomes by targeting tumors in specific brain locations and using tumor marker tests to guide care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 3–29 - NCT04691622RecruitingPhase 1
Treat chronic norovirus using donor immune cells
This Phase 1 study tests whether giving immune cells made from a donor can help children and adults with long-lasting (chronic) norovirus infection. It’s aimed at people whose immune system is weakened after a stem cell transplant, solid organ transplant, or due to primary immune problems.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3 months–80 years - NCT04691284Recruiting
Test how the gut microbiome changes during major cancer treatment
This study looks at your gut “microbiome” (the bacteria in your intestines) while you receive high-dose chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant, or CAR-T cell therapy. Researchers hope to understand how these treatments affect the microbiome, which may relate to how well patients do.
Bratislava, SlovakiaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04774536RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CRISPR gene-edited bone marrow transplant for severe sickle cell
This Phase 1/2 study tests a CRISPR-edited bone marrow (stem cell) transplant to treat severe sickle cell disease. It aims to reduce dangerous sickle-related complications by changing the patient’s stem cells before transplant.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–35 - NCT04812431RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tested stem cell transplant therapy for severe spinal cord injury
This trial tests a cell transplant approach for people with a very severe spinal cord injury. It focuses first on safety and also looks for early signs the therapy may improve function.
Suwon, GyeonggidoAges 18–65 - NCT04832607RecruitingPhase 3
Donor T-cell treatment for stubborn CMV, EBV, or Adenovirus after transplant
This Phase 3 trial tests giving special immune cells from your stem-cell donor to treat difficult-to-control viral infections after a stem cell transplant. It may help your body fight the virus when standard antiviral medicines haven’t worked well enough.
BrusselsAges 2 months+ - NCT04838171Recruiting
Study of White Blood Cells in Donors and Patients
This study looks at white blood cells (the body’s immune cells) to learn more about how they behave in health and/or illness. Participation may help researchers understand immune-related changes and support future treatments.
LondonAges Any age - NCT04848844Recruiting
Congenital heart disease transplant registry study for adults
This study collects and shares anonymous information about adults being considered for a heart transplant because of a congenital (from birth) heart problem or an inherited heart muscle condition. The goal is to better understand these patients and support research that may improve care.
HamburgAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for transplant?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,497 recruiting transplant 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 transplant 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 transplant 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.