CompletedNot Applicable

Study of Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation Following Cyclophosphamide and Radiotherapy in Patients With Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Acute Leukemia Related to Fanconi's Anemia

United StatesStarted 2000-03

Plain-language summary

OBJECTIVES: I. Determine the effectiveness of moderate dose cyclophosphamide and radiotherapy in terms of improving survival and reducing the morbidity following allogeneic bone marrow transplantation in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome and acute leukemia related to Fanconi's anemia.

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Age range

0 Years – 54 Years

Sex

ALL

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* Diagnosis of Fanconi's anemia with the family history and typical phenotype including: Short stature Hypoplastic radii Skin pigmentation Renal anomalies Chromosomal fragility * Evidence of Fanconi's myelodysplastic syndrome Bone marrow dysplasia of all 3 marrow cell lines AND Clonal cytogenetic abnormalities demonstrable in marrow cells * First complete remission following therapy for Fanconi's acute leukemia allowed * Must have related histocompatible donor No evidence of excessive in vitro chromosome fragility typical of Fanconi's anemia Normal CBC and bone marrow

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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Trial details

NCT IDNCT00005892

SponsorFairview University Medical Center

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

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Who can participate

Age range

0 Years – 54 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.