Lung Transplant and Bone Marrow Transplant for Lung Failure

Lung and Bone Marrow Transplantation for Lung and Bone Marrow Failure

Recruiting Phase 1 Phase 2 Interventional Study
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Emphysema or COPD
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 60
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
8 (estimated)
Sponsor
Paul Szabolcs · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with severe lung disease and bone marrow failure. Participants will receive a lung transplant before undergoing a bone marrow transplant to help improve their lung and blood function.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 60 years old.
  • I understand and can provide informed consent.
  • I meet the criteria for lung transplantation.
  • I have end stage lung disease like pulmonary fibrosis or COPD.
  • I have bone marrow failure with low blood cell counts.
  • I have a kidney function (GFR) of 45 mL/min/1.73 m2 or higher.
  • I have a normal liver function based on recent tests.
  • I agree to use effective birth control if I am of childbearing potential.

You may not be able to join if

  • I cannot give informed consent or follow study rules.
  • I have an active cancer.
  • I have a non-cancer condition that does not require a bone marrow transplant.
  • I am HIV positive.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I am allergic to DMSO or any ingredient in the stem cell product.
  • I have an uncontrolled lung infection.
  • I received a live vaccine within the past 4 weeks.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The purpose of this study is to determine whether a lung transplantation prior to bone marrow transplantation (BMT) would allow for restoration of pulmonary function prior to BMT, allowing to proceed to BMT, to restore hematologic function.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Individuals must meet all of the following criteria in order to be eligible for this study. 1. Subject must be able to understand and provide informed consent. 2. Male or female, 18 through 60 years old, inclusive, at the time of informed consent. 3. Meet criteria for UNOS list…
Contacts

Paul Szabolcs, M.D.

412-692-5427

Paul.Szabolcs@chp.edu

CONTACT

Shawna H McIntyre, RN

412-692-5552

mcintyresm@upmc.edu

CONTACT