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Chemoprotective Agent

Amifostine for Myelodysplastic Syndrome

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by Providence Hospital
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Histologically proven advanced myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) including refractory anemia, refractory anemia with ringed sideroblasts, refractory anemia with excess blasts, refractory anemia with excess blasts in transformation, MDS with at least bicytopenia, no chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, no acute leukemia
Performance Status ECOG 0-2
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 5 years
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is studying how well amifostine works in treating patients with advanced myelodysplastic syndrome.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults (17+) with advanced myelodysplastic syndrome, which includes various types of refractory anemia. Participants must have low blood counts but no acute leukemia or chronic myelomonocytic leukemia. They should be relatively active (ECOG 0-2), not pregnant, and willing to use contraception.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing the effectiveness of Amifostine in improving blood counts in patients with advanced myelodysplastic syndrome. It's a Phase II study, meaning it focuses on how well the drug works and further evaluates its safety.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Amifostine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions, low blood pressure, dizziness upon standing up quickly due to lowered blood pressure, and flushing.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have a confirmed advanced type of anemia not linked to leukemia.
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I can take care of myself and perform daily activities.
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I am 17 years old or older.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 5 years for reporting.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Providence HospitalLead Sponsor
4 Previous Clinical Trials
4,159 Total Patients Enrolled
Howard R. Terebelo, DOStudy ChairProvidence Hospital

Media Library

Amifostine (Chemoprotective Agent) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT00003123 — Phase 2
Myelodysplastic Syndrome Research Study Groups:
Myelodysplastic Syndrome Clinical Trial 2023: Amifostine Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT00003123 — Phase 2
Amifostine (Chemoprotective Agent) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT00003123 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Has this therapy acquired governmental sanction from the FDA?

"As this trial is in Phase 2, there are some data indicating safety; however, efficacy has yet to be established. Therefore, the team at Power rated its safety as a score of 2."

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Are there any open positions available to join this research?

"Clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this research endeavor is not currently seeking participants, despite being initiated in August of 1997 and last updated November 5th 2013. Nevertheless, there are 1,595 other trials actively enrolling patients at this time."

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What is the geographical scope of this trial?

"Currently, seven medical centres are recruiting participants for this trial. These locations span from Detroit to Cleveland and some other cities in between. For convenience sake, it is advisable that individuals look for a clinic closest to them so as to reduce the burden of travel if they decide to participate."

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~1 spots leftby Apr 2025