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Phase IV Trial Terminated: Machine Learning-Guided Hydroxyurea Resistance Prediction in Polycythemia Vera — Clinical Implications for Haematologists

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8 Apr 2026

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The terminated HU-F-AIM trial attempted to validate machine learning predictions for hydroxyurea resistance in polycythemia vera patients. Despite early closure, this study highlighted important advances in precision medicine approaches for myeloproliferative neoplasms.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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