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359 matching studies

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The Percutaneous Transmural Arterial Bypass -1 Study (Post Approval Registry)
Endologix Peripheral Arterial Disease Symptomatic Femoropopliteal Lesions
The purpose of this post-market surveillance study will be to evaluate the real-world use of the DETOUR System in treated patients with symptomatic femoropopliteal lesions from 200 mm to 460 mm in length with chronic total occlusions (100 mm to 425 mm) or diffuse stenosis > 70% who may be considere1 expand

The purpose of this post-market surveillance study will be to evaluate the real-world use of the DETOUR System in treated patients with symptomatic femoropopliteal lesions from 200 mm to 460 mm in length with chronic total occlusions (100 mm to 425 mm) or diffuse stenosis > 70% who may be considered suboptimal candidates for surgical or alternative endovascular treatments.

Type: Observational [Patient Registry]

Start Date: Oct 2023

open study

Avelumab With Binimetinib, Sacituzumab Govitecan, or Liposomal Doxorubicin in Treating Stage IV or1
Laura Huppert, MD, BA Stage III Breast Cancer Stage IIIA Breast Cancer Stage IIIB Breast Cancer Stage IIIC Breast Cancer Stage IV Breast Cancer
This phase II trial studies how well the combination of avelumab with liposomal doxorubicin with or without binimetinib, or the combination of avelumab with sacituzumab govitecan works in treating patients with triple negative breast cancer that is stage IV or is not able to be removed by surgery (1 expand

This phase II trial studies how well the combination of avelumab with liposomal doxorubicin with or without binimetinib, or the combination of avelumab with sacituzumab govitecan works in treating patients with triple negative breast cancer that is stage IV or is not able to be removed by surgery (unresectable) and has come back (recurrent). Immunotherapy with checkpoint inhibitors like avelumab require activation of the patient's immune system. This trial includes a two week induction or lead-in of medications that can stimulate the immune system. It is our hope that this induction will improve the response to immunotherapy with avelumab. One treatment, sacituzumab Govitecan, is a monoclonal antibody called sacituzumab linked to a chemotherapy drug called SN-38. Sacituzumab govitecan is a form of targeted therapy because it attaches to specific molecules (receptors) on the surface of tumor cells, known as Tumor-associated calcium signal transducer 2 (TROP2) receptors, and delivers SN-38 to kill them. Another treatment, liposomal doxorubicin, is a form of the anticancer drug doxorubicin that is contained in very tiny, fat-like particles. It may have fewer side effects and work better than doxorubicin, and may enhance factors associated with immune response. The third medication is called binimetinib, which may stop the growth of tumor cells by blocking some of the enzymes needed for cell growth, and may help activate the immune system. It is not yet known whether giving avelumab in combination with liposomal doxorubicin with or without binimetinib, or the combination of avelumab with sacituzumab govitecan will work better in treating patients with triple negative breast cancer.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jul 2019

open study

Treatment De-Escalation for Favorable Prognosis Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) or p16-Positive Orophar1
Georgetown University Oropharyngeal Cancers HPV Tonsil Cancer Base of Tongue Cancer
The current standard treatment option for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) or p16-positive oropharyngeal cancer is full-dose radiation combined with chemotherapy. Results with chemotherapy combined with full-dose radiation therapy leads to high rates of cure; this has called into question whether therapy1 expand

The current standard treatment option for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) or p16-positive oropharyngeal cancer is full-dose radiation combined with chemotherapy. Results with chemotherapy combined with full-dose radiation therapy leads to high rates of cure; this has called into question whether therapy can be decreased in intensity since both chemotherapy and radiation have long-term side effects. One approach to decrease intensity of treatment is to give radiation alone (excluding chemotherapy) and to decrease radiation therapy dose. The investigator believes that omitting chemotherapy and decreasing radiation dose both to tumor and the regions of the head and neck at highest risk of potential spread, may have no significant impact on the cancer recurring while potentially leading to fewer long-term side effects.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Aug 2019

open study

AltaValve Pivotal Trial
4C Medical Technologies, Inc. Mitral Regurgitation Mitral Insufficiency Mitral Valve Incompetence Mitral Valve Regurgitation Mitral Incompetence
This is a prospective, single arm, multicenter, clinical trial designed to evaluate the safety and performance of the AltaValve System for the treatment of mitral regurgitation in a targeted patient population. expand

This is a prospective, single arm, multicenter, clinical trial designed to evaluate the safety and performance of the AltaValve System for the treatment of mitral regurgitation in a targeted patient population.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Sep 2024

open study

Hand Exoskeleton Training Study
Medstar Health Research Institute Stroke
The goal of this study is to evaluate the HandMATE device's effectiveness in the rehabilitation of stroke patients and asses if the HandMATE application is received well by stroke survivors. Participants will use the HandMate device in clinic and in the home. They will also complete clinical upper1 expand

The goal of this study is to evaluate the HandMATE device's effectiveness in the rehabilitation of stroke patients and asses if the HandMATE application is received well by stroke survivors. Participants will use the HandMate device in clinic and in the home. They will also complete clinical upper extremity assessments.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jan 2022

open study

PREVENT ALL ALS Study
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
The ALL ALS Clinical Research Consortium is establishing research to collect a wide range of samples, clinical information and measurements from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) symptomatic, ALS gene carriers and control cohorts. This consortium is begin funded by the National Institutes of Heal1 expand

The ALL ALS Clinical Research Consortium is establishing research to collect a wide range of samples, clinical information and measurements from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) symptomatic, ALS gene carriers and control cohorts. This consortium is begin funded by the National Institutes of Health/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH/NINDS) and managed by two clinical coordinating centers (CCC) at Barrow Neurological Institute and Massachusetts General Hospital. The clinical sites are distributed across the country, and led by a group of collaborative principal investigators. Once data and samples are collected and harmonized, it will be made available to research community for future research into ALS and related neurological diseases. PREVENT protocol is specific for asymptomatic participants who are genetically at risk for ALS. The participants will be followed for up to 36 months (3 years), and will include 4 in-person on-site visits once a year and 6 off-site(remote) visits once in 4 months. The study includes collection of medical history, clinical outcomes, and blood samples once in 4 months. Additionally, the participants will complete patient reported outcomes and speech recordings once in 4 months. Participants may also provide optional Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) samples.The participants may also opt into a sub-study if they are interested in genetic testing for ALS causative genes. The sub-study will involve a minimum of 3 visits over a course of 2-3 months. This will include a screening/pre-test genetic counseling visit, a return of genetic results and a post-test counseling visit.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Jul 2024

open study

EMAGINE 2.0 - Electromagnetic Field Ischemic Stroke - Novel Subacute Treatment
BrainQ Technologies Ltd. Ischemic Stroke
This is a multicenter study that will be conducted at approximately 20 centers and up to 30 centers, if the sample size will be increased following interim assessment. The Q Therapeutic System (BQ 3.0) is a wearable medical device that produces and delivers non-invasive, extremely-low-intensity an1 expand

This is a multicenter study that will be conducted at approximately 20 centers and up to 30 centers, if the sample size will be increased following interim assessment. The Q Therapeutic System (BQ 3.0) is a wearable medical device that produces and delivers non-invasive, extremely-low-intensity and low-frequency, frequency-tuned electromagnetic fields in order to stimulate neuronal networks with the aim of reducing disability and promoting neurorecovery. The Q Therapeutic System (BQ 3.0) is indicated for adjunctive use in a clinical facility or home setting, in addition to standard-of-care therapies. - In Stage 1 (starting 4-21 days after the index stroke event to day 90 post stroke), participants will be randomly assigned (1:1) to receive either active or the sham treatments, up to 5 times a week, and at least to a total of 45 treatments. - In Stage 2 (day 90 to day 180 post stroke), participants in both the active and the control group will be allowed to continue to receive active treatments, up to 5 times per week. - In stage 3 (day 180 to day 270 post stroke), participants will not receive any treatments and would be followed up until the final visit at day 270. Each session will last approximately 60 minutes, with stimulation activated for up to 40 minutes, in conjunction with a home-based exercise program. Treatments may be administered in the hospital, in the clinic or in a home setting. The study will enroll 100-122 adult subjects who will be randomly assigned (1:1 allocation ratio) to either active or sham study intervention using the BQ 3.0 system.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Aug 2024

open study

Improving Genetic Counseling for BRCA+ Mothers
Georgetown University Breast Cancer
Genetic counseling and testing for hereditary breast cancer may reveal that you, and possibly your blood relatives, are at increased risk for the disease across the lifespan. This includes biological children, both male and female. We do not yet know the best ways to educate mothers who have a risk1 expand

Genetic counseling and testing for hereditary breast cancer may reveal that you, and possibly your blood relatives, are at increased risk for the disease across the lifespan. This includes biological children, both male and female. We do not yet know the best ways to educate mothers who have a risk gene (are BRCA+) about whether, when, and how to share genetic information with their children or manage their thoughts and feelings. The purpose of this study is to help mothers make more informed choices about talking with children about hereditary breast cancer, provide them with age-and gender-appropriate information and emotional support, and improve their psychological well-being.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jul 2020

open study

Optimal Pacing Rate for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
Medstar Health Research Institute Atrial Fibrillation, Persistent
This is a prospective, randomized crossover study. The objective of the study is to determine if a pacing rate of 80 beats per minute (bpm) improves exercise tolerance during the 6-minute walk test. The investigators will randomly assign half of the participants to a starting rate of 60 bpm and the1 expand

This is a prospective, randomized crossover study. The objective of the study is to determine if a pacing rate of 80 beats per minute (bpm) improves exercise tolerance during the 6-minute walk test. The investigators will randomly assign half of the participants to a starting rate of 60 bpm and then switch them to a rate of 80 bpm for 3 months, and vice versa.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2023

open study

RESET System Pivotal Trial (Rev F)
Morphic Medical Inc. Diabetes type2 Obesity
A Randomized, Multi-Center, Pivotal Efficacy and Safety Study Evaluating the RESET System for Glycemic Improvement in Patients with Inadequately Controlled Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity, the STEP-1 Study. A multi-center, double-blinded, randomized, sham-controlled trial to evaluate the safety and ef1 expand

A Randomized, Multi-Center, Pivotal Efficacy and Safety Study Evaluating the RESET System for Glycemic Improvement in Patients with Inadequately Controlled Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity, the STEP-1 Study. A multi-center, double-blinded, randomized, sham-controlled trial to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the RESET System plus moderate intensity lifestyle and dietary counseling compliant with 2024 ADA Standard of Care as compared to a sham control receiving moderate intensity lifestyle and dietary counseling. Both the treatment and sham group will practice medical management compliant with STEP-1 Study Guidelines. Patients will be randomized 3 (RESET):1 (Sham).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Sep 2019

open study

Long-Term Safety Study of Deucravacitinib Versus Ustekinumab in Participants With Psoriasis (PRAGMA1
Bristol-Myers Squibb Plaque Psoriasis
A study to evaluate the long-term safety of Deucravacitinib versus Ustekinumab in participants with psoriasis expand

A study to evaluate the long-term safety of Deucravacitinib versus Ustekinumab in participants with psoriasis

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Sep 2025

open study

A Study of Disitamab Vedotin in Adults With HER2 Expressing Advanced Breast Cancer
Pfizer Breast Cancer Breast Neoplasms
The purpose of this clinical study is to learn about the safety and effects of the study medicine (called disitamab vedotin) for the possible treatment of people with breast cancer that is hard to treat and has spread in the body (advanced cancer). This study is seeking participants who: - hav1 expand

The purpose of this clinical study is to learn about the safety and effects of the study medicine (called disitamab vedotin) for the possible treatment of people with breast cancer that is hard to treat and has spread in the body (advanced cancer). This study is seeking participants who: - have breast cancer that is hard to treat and has spread in the body (advanced cancer) - have tumors that have HER2 on them - have received previous treatment for their advanced breast cancer All participants in this study will receive disitamab vedotin at the study clinic once every 2 weeks as an intravenous (IV) infusion (given directly into a vein). Participants will take the study medicine until they or their doctor decides to stop. This might be because their cancer is getting worse, the study medicine is no longer helping, they have bad side effects, or they wish to stop taking the study medicine. During this time, the participants will have study visits every 2 weeks. After the participants have stopped taking the study medicine, they will have follow-up visits about every 6 weeks unless their cancer gets worse. After that, they will have follow-up phone calls about every 12 weeks. The study team will look at the experiences of people receiving the study medicine. This will help the study team decide if the study medicine is safe and effective.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jun 2025

open study

Efficacy and Safety of Remibrutinib After Switching From Ocrelizumab in Participants Living With Re1
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis
The purpose of this Phase 3b study is to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of remibrutinib after switching from ocrelizumab and compared to continuous ocrelizumab treatment, in patients living with relapsing multiple sclerosis (plwRMS). expand

The purpose of this Phase 3b study is to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of remibrutinib after switching from ocrelizumab and compared to continuous ocrelizumab treatment, in patients living with relapsing multiple sclerosis (plwRMS).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jul 2025

open study

A Study of Amivantamab and FOLFIRI Versus Cetuximab/Bevacizumab and FOLFIRI in Participants With KR1
Janssen Research & Development, LLC Colorectal Neoplasms
The purpose of this study is to compare how long the participants are disease-free (progression-free survival) and and the length of time until a participant dies (overall survival), when treated with amivantamab and chemotherapy with 5-fluorouracil, leucovorin calcium (folinic acid) or levoleucovo1 expand

The purpose of this study is to compare how long the participants are disease-free (progression-free survival) and and the length of time until a participant dies (overall survival), when treated with amivantamab and chemotherapy with 5-fluorouracil, leucovorin calcium (folinic acid) or levoleucovorin, and irinotecan hydrochloride (FOLFIRI) versus either cetuximab or bevacizumab and FOLFIRI given to participants with Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene/ neuroblastoma RAS viral oncogene homolog (KRAS/ NRAS) and v-raf murine sarcoma viral oncogene homolog B (BRAF) wild-type recurrent, unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer who have previously received chemotherapy.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2024

open study

E-Mindfulness Approaches for Living After Breast Cancer
NRG Oncology Breast Cancer Depression
NRG-CC015 is a prospective, randomized phase III clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of two distinct digital approaches for delivering a mindfulness-based intervention: a live, instructor-led version delivered over Zoom (MAPs LO), and an app-based, self-paced version (MAPs App). Participants wi1 expand

NRG-CC015 is a prospective, randomized phase III clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of two distinct digital approaches for delivering a mindfulness-based intervention: a live, instructor-led version delivered over Zoom (MAPs LO), and an app-based, self-paced version (MAPs App). Participants will include younger breast cancer survivors (BCS) who were diagnosed with breast cancer at or before age 50 years, have completed their primary cancer treatment (i.e., surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy) at least 6 months earlier, and report elevated depressive symptoms.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jun 2025

open study

A Study of Amivantamab in Combination With Lazertinib, or Amivantamab in Combination With Platinum-1
Janssen Research & Development, LLC Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung
The primary purpose of the study is to assess how well amivantamab in combination with lazertinib or in combination with chemotherapy works (antitumor activity) in participants with epidermal growth factor receptor mutated (EGFRm) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC; that is one of the major types of1 expand

The primary purpose of the study is to assess how well amivantamab in combination with lazertinib or in combination with chemotherapy works (antitumor activity) in participants with epidermal growth factor receptor mutated (EGFRm) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC; that is one of the major types of lung cancer).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2024

open study

AMX0114 in Adult Participants With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amylyx Pharmaceuticals Inc. ALS
This study is a placebo-controlled Phase I study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of the antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) AMX0114 in adult participants with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). expand

This study is a placebo-controlled Phase I study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of the antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) AMX0114 in adult participants with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Apr 2025

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Testing the Addition of the Anti-Cancer Drug Tivozanib to Immunotherapy (Pembrolizumab) After Surge1
Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) Stage II Renal Pelvis Cancer AJCC v8 Stage III Renal Pelvis Cancer AJCC v8
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding tivozanib to standard therapy pembrolizumab versus pembrolizumab alone for the treatment of patients with high-risk renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attac1 expand

This phase III trial compares the effect of adding tivozanib to standard therapy pembrolizumab versus pembrolizumab alone for the treatment of patients with high-risk renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread. Tivozanib is in a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals tumor cells to multiply. This helps stop the spread of tumor cells. Giving pembrolizumab and tivozanib together may work better than pembrolizumab alone in treating patients with RCC.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Mar 2025

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A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Autogene Cevumeran With Nivolumab Versus Nivolumab A1
Hoffmann-La Roche Muscle-invasive Urothelial Carcinoma
The main purpose of the study is to evaluate the efficacy of adjuvant treatment with autogene cevumeran plus nivolumab compared with nivolumab in participants with high risk MIUC. In this study participants will be enrolled in a safety run-in phase to receive autogene cevumeran + nivolumab. This p1 expand

The main purpose of the study is to evaluate the efficacy of adjuvant treatment with autogene cevumeran plus nivolumab compared with nivolumab in participants with high risk MIUC. In this study participants will be enrolled in a safety run-in phase to receive autogene cevumeran + nivolumab. This phase will be conducted to monitor and ensure the safety of study participants. After all participants in the safety run-in have been enrolled to receive autogene cevumeran + nivolumab, further participants will be randomized in either autogene cevumeran + nivolumab or the saline + nivolumab arm.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2024

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A Study Testing the Combination of Dasatinib or Imatinib to Chemotherapy Treatment With Blinatumoma1
National Cancer Institute (NCI) B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
This pilot trial assesses the effect of the combination of blinatumomab with dasatinib or imatinib and standard chemotherapy for treating patients with Philadelphia chromosome positive (Ph+) or ABL-class Philadelphia chromosome-like (Ph-like) B-Cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). Blinatumoma1 expand

This pilot trial assesses the effect of the combination of blinatumomab with dasatinib or imatinib and standard chemotherapy for treating patients with Philadelphia chromosome positive (Ph+) or ABL-class Philadelphia chromosome-like (Ph-like) B-Cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). Blinatumomab is a bispecific antibody that binds to two different proteins-one on the surface of cancer cells and one on the surface of cells in the immune system. An antibody is a protein made by the immune system to help fight infections and other harmful processes/cells/molecules. Blinatumomab may bind to the cancer cell and a T cell (which plays a key role in the immune system's fighting response) at the same time. Blinatumomab may strengthen the immune system's ability to fight cancer cells by activating the body's own immune cells to destroy the tumor. Dasatinib and imatinib are in a class of medications called tyrosine kinase inhibitors. They work by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply, which may help keep cancer cells from growing. Giving blinatumomab and dasatinib or imatinib in combination with standard chemotherapy may work better in treating patients with Ph+ or Ph-like ABL-class B-ALL than dasatinib or imatinib with chemotherapy.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: May 2025

open study

Cognitive Training for Cancer Related Cognitive Impairment in Breast Cancer Survivors
NRG Oncology Breast Cancer Cognitive Impairments
This Phase III trial will examine the efficacy of computerized cognitive training methods on perceived cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors. expand

This Phase III trial will examine the efficacy of computerized cognitive training methods on perceived cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Apr 2024

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Phase IIIb Study of Ribociclib + ET in Early Breast Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Early Breast Cancer
The purpose of this open-label, multicenter, phase IIIb, single-arm study is to characterize the efficacy and safety of the combination of ribociclib and standard adjuvant endocrine therapy (ET) on invasive breast cancer-free survival (iBCFS), in a close to clinical practice patient population with1 expand

The purpose of this open-label, multicenter, phase IIIb, single-arm study is to characterize the efficacy and safety of the combination of ribociclib and standard adjuvant endocrine therapy (ET) on invasive breast cancer-free survival (iBCFS), in a close to clinical practice patient population with HR-positive (HR+), HER2-negative (HER2-), Anatomic Stage Group III, IIB, and a subset of Stage IIA Early Breast Cancer (EBC).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Feb 2024

open study

Hybrid Type I Effectiveness-Implementation Trial of a Social Network Support Intervention
University of Chicago HIV Seropositivity
The goal of this Hybrid Type I effectiveness-implementation trial is to test an evidence-based, flexible, and tailored intervention that leverages existing social network members to promote retention in care and viral suppression among people living with HIV aged 18-49. expand

The goal of this Hybrid Type I effectiveness-implementation trial is to test an evidence-based, flexible, and tailored intervention that leverages existing social network members to promote retention in care and viral suppression among people living with HIV aged 18-49.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Feb 2023

open study

A Study of Milvexian in Participants After an Acute Ischemic Stroke or High-Risk Transient Ischemic1
Janssen Research & Development, LLC Ischemic Stroke; Ischemic Attack, Transient
The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether milvexian compared to placebo reduce the risk of recurrent ischemic stroke. expand

The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether milvexian compared to placebo reduce the risk of recurrent ischemic stroke.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Feb 2023

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Improving Communication and Adherence in Black Breast Cancer Survivors (Sisters Informing Sisters)
Virginia Commonwealth University Breast Cancer
The purpose of this study is to test an evidence-based intervention designed to increase adherence to systemic therapy in Black women compared to enhanced usual care. expand

The purpose of this study is to test an evidence-based intervention designed to increase adherence to systemic therapy in Black women compared to enhanced usual care.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Mar 2021

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