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NCT00053001 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2
Thalidomide and Epoetin Alfa in Treating Anemia in Patients With Myelodysplastic Syndrome
A Phase 2 study of Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes, sponsored by Fallon Clinic.
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 2
- Study locations
NCT00053001: Completed Phase 2 study of Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes, sponsored by Fallon Clinic.
NCT00053001 is a Phase 2 study of Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes that has completed, run by Fallon Clinic. The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT00053001, a Phase 2 study of Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes, has completed, sponsored by Fallon Clinic.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 2
- Study locations
Study Summary
RATIONALE: Thalidomide may stop or slow the growth of cancer cells. Epoetin alfa may stimulate red blood cell production. Combining thalidomide with epoetin alfa may improve anemia, decrease the need for blood transfusions, and improve the quality of life in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome. PURPOSE: Phase II trial to study the effectiveness of combining thalidomide with epoetin alfa in treating anemia in patients who have myelodysplastic syndrome.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BIOLOGICAL epoetin alfa
- DRUG thalidomide
Study Locations (2)
Massachusetts
- Fallon Clinic at Worcester Medical Center - Worcester
- UMASS Memorial Cancer Center - University Campus - Worcester
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 2001-06 |
| Est. Completion | 2007-10 |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
What the finished NCT00053001 record still lists
NCT00053001 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. An enrollment target was not published in the registry record, which is common for early-stage or observational entries.
The record links to 4 conditions, with Leukemia appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which epoetin alfa is the first listed.
NCT00053001 reports a single indexed study location in Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00053001 about?
NCT00053001 is a clinical study titled "Thalidomide and Epoetin Alfa in Treating Anemia in Patients With Myelodysplastic Syndrome". RATIONALE: Thalidomide may stop or slow the growth of cancer cells. Epoetin alfa may stimulate red blood cell production. Combining thalidomide with epoetin alfa may improve anemia, decrease the need for blood transfusions, and improve the quality of life in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome. ...
What is the current status of trial NCT00053001?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 2 study. The study started on 2001-06. Estimated completion is 2007-10.
What conditions does trial NCT00053001 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Leukemia, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Anemia, Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00053001?
The interventions under investigation include: epoetin alfa (BIOLOGICAL), thalidomide (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00053001?
This trial is sponsored by Fallon Clinic, which has 1 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT00053001 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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