RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07270263

Reduced-Dose Apixaban and Rivaroxaban Versus Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin in Patients With Hematologic Malignancies

Efficacy and Safety of Reduced-Dose Apixaban and Rivaroxaban Versus Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin in Patients With Hematologic Malignancies: A Prospective Randomized Study


Sponsor

Medical University of Gdansk

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Nov 22, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study investigates the efficacy and safety of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) in comparison with standard low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) for the prevention of venous thromboembolism in patients with hematological malignancies. Eligible participants will be randomized to receive reduced-dose apixaban, reduced-dose rivaroxaban, or standard-dose LMWH. The primary objective is to evaluate the incidence of venous thromboembolism during a 6-month follow-up period. Secondary objectives include assessment of bleeding complications, overall survival, and treatment adherence. The results of this study may provide evidence for safer and more convenient thromboprophylaxis strategies in patients with blood cancers.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is comparing two approaches to preventing dangerous blood clots in people with blood cancers (like multiple myeloma, lymphoma, or leukemia) who are undergoing cancer treatment. It compares lower-dose blood thinning pills (apixaban or rivaroxaban) to standard injectable blood thinners (low-molecular-weight heparin). **You may be eligible if...** - You have an active blood cancer and are starting or currently receiving cancer treatment - Your doctor has assessed you as being at intermediate or high risk of blood clots (Khorana score of 2 or more) - You are already taking or being considered for one of the blood thinners included in the study **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have had a major bleeding episode recently - You have kidney problems severe enough to affect blood thinner dosing - You are pregnant or breastfeeding - You require anticoagulation for a different reason (like an existing clot or atrial fibrillation) Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

Interested in this trial?

Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.

Interventions

DRUGApixaban

Oral tablet, 2.5 mg twice daily, for at least 6 months.

DRUGRivaroxaban

Oral tablet, 10 mg once daily, for at least 6 months.

DRUGlow molecular weight heparin (enoxaparin sodium)

Subcutaneous injection, 40 mg once daily (or equivalent), for at least 6 months.


Locations(1)

Department of Haematology & Transplantology

Gdansk, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland

View Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov

For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.

Visit

NCT07270263


Related Trials