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Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement with the Medtronic Intrepid™ TMVR System in patients with severe symptomatic mitral regurgitation – APOLLO Trial (APOLLO)
The purpose of this study is to determine if replacing the mitral valve without open-heart surgery is as safe and effective as standard mitral valve surgery in patients with similar medical conditions. This system allows a bioprosthetic mitral valve (investigational valve) to be implanted through a long, thin, flexible tube that is inserted through an incision in the side of the chest or through an incision made in the groin area and through a vein in the leg. Participation in the study is expected to last approximately 5 years from the day the valve is implanted.
• diagnosis of moderate or severe mitral value regurgitation with symptoms
• multidisciplinary heart team thinks patient is not able to have treatment an approved transcatheter repair or conventional mitral valve procedure
• prior transcatheter mitral valve procedure with device currently implanted
• left ventricular ejection fraction <30%
TMS x DPX
We will examine whether the benefits of brain stimulation on mental functioning can be enhanced if an individual is actively engaging the target brain networks while receiving brain stimulation. The study includes two separate sessions and people will complete either a cognitive task or a perceptual task while we are measuring the change in brain function with EEG. Please fill out the linked screening questionnaire to determine if you are eligible.
• age 18 to 65
• diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder
• potential contraindications to EEG (e.g. visible scalp abrasions, non-removable hair extensions and/or hair styling that would impede proper EEG recording)
• potential contraindication to TMS (as identified by the TMS safety screener)
• any previous adverse reaction to TMS or MRI
• diagnosed with epilepsy or previously experienced a seizure
• diagnosed with a neurological condition, such as stroke or tinnitus
• experienced a head trauma that was diagnosed as concussion
• current use of, or recent withdrawal from, medications that can increase the risk of seizure
• currently pregnant
• any metal in the head (excluding mouth) or have an implanted medical device
COG AGCT1531 - A Phase 3 Study of Active Surveillance for Low Risk and a Randomized Trial of Carboplatin vs. Cisplatin for Standard Risk Pediatric and Adult Patients with Germ Cell Tumors
This partially randomized phase III trial studies how well active surveillance, bleomycin, carboplatin, etoposide, or cisplatin work in treating pediatric and adult patients with germ cell tumors. Active surveillance may help doctors to monitor subjects with low risk germ cell tumors after their tumor is removed. Drugs used in chemotherapy, such as bleomycin, carboplatin, etoposide, and cisplatin, work in different ways to stop the growth of tumor cells, either by killing the cells, by stopping them from dividing, or by stopping them from spreading.
• newly diagnosed with a Stage I germ cell tumor or metastatic germ cell tumor
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for detailed inclusion criteria
• patients must have had no prior systemic therapy for the current cancer diagnosis
• patients must have had no prior radiation therapy (exception of CNS irradiation of brain metastases for standard risk 1 patients)
• female patients who are pregnant since fetal toxicities and teratogenic effects have been noted for several of the study drugs
• lactating females who plan to breastfeed their infants
• there are additional exclusion criteria (study staff will review)
Robotic Gait Training to Improve Functional Outcomes after SCI
We are researching the benefits of physical therapy guided exoskeleton gait training in people with a spinal cord injury. We want to describe the benefits to overall function and how the brain changes after gait training.
• spinal cord injury level C7-T12
• medically stable, no acute issues that would prevent gaiting
• motor complete (AIS A or B) spinal cord injury OR motor incomplete (AIS C or D) spinal cord injury who use a wheelchair for more than 50% of personal mobility
• height between 155-191cm (5'1" to 6'2")
• weight less than 113kg (248 pounds)
• sufficient upper body strength to complete sit-to-sit transfers
• women of childbearing age must agree to use contraception during study participation
• women who are pregnant
• symptomatic orthostatic hypotension
• active Grade 2 or greater pressure ulcer that can be potentially worsened by use of an exoskeleton
• lower extremity contractures that interfere with wearing an exoskeleton
• unhealed lower extremity fracture
• history of neurologic diseases (e.g. stroke, peripheral neuropathy, myopathy)
• active treatment for epilepsy or thyroid disorders
• women with osteoporosis at baseline by DXA scan
Ankle Position Sense Acuity in People with Parkinson's Disease Experiencing Freezing of Gait and Its Relationship to Gait
This study aims to investigate whether there is difference in ankle position sense acuity between people with Parkinson's with freezing of gait and without freezing of gait. It also examines the relationship between position sense acuity and severity of freezing of gait, and gait measurements.
• 50 to 80 years old
• diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinsons Disease (PD) as determined by a movement disorder neurologist
• PD severity is mild to moderate
• significant central or peripheral nervous system disease
• previous exposure to chemotherapy
• history of lower limb surgery or lower limb fractures within the last 6 months
• amputation or joint replacement of any part of the leg
• implanted deep brain stimulation or other neurosurgery to treat PD
• additional medical factors (study team will review)
Profiling of Adipose Tissue Depots and Immune Correlates
This is a study of individuals older than 18, undergoing abdominal surgery, and are amenable to fat samples being collected during their surgical procedure, with the option to participate in other tests that can provide information on insulin sensitivity and fat distribution. This study is trying to figure out how fat tissue is related to an individual's health status and health conditions, and the analysis of the aging of cells that make up the human body.
• Age 18 years or older
• Undergoing abdominal surgical procedure with general anesthesia
• Pregnancy or nursing
• Exclusion at the discretion of attending physician or Eligibility Committee
Study in Parkinson Disease of Exercise Phase 3 Clinical Trial: SPARX3 (SPARX3)
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of 2 different levels of exercise intensity and to learn more about effects of aerobic exercise for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This study will help us better understand what exercise guidelines should be used in the future.
• 40 to 80 years old
• diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson Disease (PD)
• less than 3 years since disease diagnosis
• currently being treated with PD medications such as levodopa or dopamine receptor agonists, monoamine oxidase-B (MAO-B) inhibitors, amantadine, or anticholinergics
• expected to start medication within six months of starting the study
• previous use of medications for PD for more than 60 days
• exercising at greater than moderate intensity for 120 minutes or more per week consistently over the last 6 months
• known cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease or individuals with major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease without medical clearance to participate in the exercise program
• uncontrolled hypertension (resting blood pressure greater than 150/90 mmHg)
• any medical, mental health, drug or alcohol abuse, assessment or laboratory abnormality that indicates a problem that could limit ability to participate in the exercise program (study staff will evaluate)
• women who are breast-feeding, pregnant, or plan to become pregnant in the next 12 months
• unable to have a brain scan
Diabetes RElated to Acute pancreatitis and its Mechanisms (DREAM) (DREAM)
The purpose of this research study is to find out how many people with acute pancreatitis develop diabetes. Risk factors for diabetes and the types of diabetes that occur after acute pancreatitis will also be studied. A small number of people who already had diabetes before their acute pancreatitis attack will be enrolled for comparison. Diabetes is a known complication of acute pancreatitis. Diabetes can last a few weeks after acute pancreatitis and get better. Diabetes may not improve after acute pancreatitis. It can also appear a year or more after acute pancreatitis. Little data is available on diabetes after acute pancreatitis. This study will help us better understand diabetes after acute pancreatitis and who is at increased risk of developing it, as well as the different types of diabetes. We are asking participants to take part in this research study who have recently had an acute pancreatitis attack. Participants may be on this study for up to 5 years. There is a screening/enrollment visit, a metabolic visit and 5 year follow-up period. If you had diabetes before your acute pancreatitis attack, your study participation will end after the enrollment visit. If you did not have diabetes before your acute pancreatitis attack, you will return to the clinic for up to 6 more visits. An additional two visits can be done either at the clinic or by phone. If you are diagnosed with diabetes during the follow-up period, you will be asked to come in for an additional visit.
• diagnosis of acute pancreatitis no more than 90 days ago
• definite diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis based on results of scans (study staff will review)
• pancreas tumors
• prior surgery on the pancreas
• pregnancy
• other significant health problems, study staff will review
CAROTID REVASCULARIZATION AND MEDICAL MANAGEMENT FOR ASYMPTOMATIC CAROTID STENOSIS TRIAL (CREST-2) PROTOCOL (CREST-2)
CREST-2 is a parallel trial to compare carotid endarterectomy + intensive medical management (IMM) vs IMM alone, and carotid artery stenting plus IMM vs IMM alone in patients with asymptomatic carotid stenosis >70%.
• patients at least 35 years old
• confirmed diagnosis of carotid stenosis
• no history of stroke or TIA on the side of the stenosis in the past six months
• other significant medical diagnosis (study staff will review)
• taking anticoagulants
• specific exclusion criteria exist for stent and surgery (contact study staff for more information)
Anticoagulation in Intracerebral Hemorrhage (ICH) Survivors for Stroke Prevention and Recovery (ASPIRE)
This study will compare the effects of apixaban to aspirin in patients who have atrial fibrillation and a recent brain hemorrhage to see which is better in preventing strokes and death.
• diagnosis of Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) confirmed by brain CT or MRI
• documented atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter
• can enter study 14 to 180 days after ICH
• women willing to use highly effective birth control
• prior ICH within last 12 months
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• allergy to aspirin or apixaban
• persistent, uncontrolled systolic blood pressure (?180 mm Hg)
• contact study staff for additional exclusion criteria
COG ACNS1831 - A Phase 3 Randomized Study of Selumetinib (IND # 77782) versus Carboplatin/Vincristine in Newly Diagnosed or Previously Untreated Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) Associated Low-Grade Glioma (LGG)
A Phase II, Open Label, Two Arm Study of Therapeutic Iobenguane (131I) as Single Agent or in Combination with Vorinostat for Recurrent or Progressive High-Risk Neuroblastoma Subjects (OPTIMUM Trial) Protocol Number: MIBG 2014-01 (OPTIMUM)
This will be a Phase II, two-arm, nonrandomized, non-comparative, open-label study in participants ≥ 1 year of age with iobenguane avid, recurrent or progressive high-risk neuroblastoma. Participants not eligible for vorinostat treatment may receive 131I-MIBG as monotherapy.
• at least 1 year old
• diagnosis of iobenguane avid, high-risk neuroblastoma, with recurrent or progressive disease at any time
• frontline therapy includes a minimum of 4 cycles of induction therapy at any time
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion and Exclusion criteria
• less than 12 weeks after myeloablative therapy with autologous stem cell transplant
• receiving hemodialysis
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• significant active infections including active hepatitis B, or hepatitis C infection, or known infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Building Resilience in Adrenoleukodystrophy with Imaging and Neuropsychology (BRAIN)
This study is about a genetic condition called Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). The first goal of this study is to understand more about how ALD affects a child’s brain and development in childhood as they take part in medical care and monitoring. This is important to identify the optimal ways to detect and treat manifestations of ALD such as cerebral ALD. The second goal is to learn about how ALD affects caregivers, so that clinicians can offer better support to families in the future. We will also have healthy comparisons to help to learn more about the condition (ALD) being studied, by comparing the information collected to a child without the condition.
• 3 to 15 years old
• male
• diagnosis of ALD either at-risk for ALD: patients with genetically or biochemically-diagnosed ALD who currently have no evidence of cerebral disease on MRI and b) Cerebral ALD: boys with the cerebral form of ALD who underwent or are undergoing evaluation or treatment for this condition and have early stage disease
• for healthy volunteers: males between 3 and 15 years old
• girls are excluded because this is a genetic disease that only males get
• history of a genetic, neurological, or neurodevelopmental disorder affecting brain development
• history of significant brain insult, infection or injury
Stratifying Patient Immune Endotypes in Sepsis (SPIES Study)
The purpose of this research is to learn more about the immune function of patients who are critically ill and may or may not have sepsis through assessment of blood samples at the time of their illness. We will use the blood to determine whether the immune system is suppressed (slowed or stunted) and measure the amount of suppression. Our research team will compare blood from healthy participants to people who are critically ill to better understand immune system suppression.
• Adults age 45 and older
• Ability to obtain Informed Consent prior to blood collection.
• Current, chronic steroid use
• Pregnancy
• Current or recent (within 7 days) use of antibiotics.
Advancing Liver Therapeutic Approaches (ALTA). The ALTA Consortium Study Group for the management of portal hypertension A 5-year longitudinal observational study of patients with cirrhosis undergoing TIPS placement
The goal of this study is to collect information about patients undergoing a TIPS and to evaluate the longterm outcomes and complications over a 5-year period. There are no expected direct benefits to participation in this study however knowledge gained from this research may beneficial to future patients undergoing this procedure. This study does not involve any investigational drugs.
• at least 18 years old
• scheduled to undergo a Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) procedure
• women who are pregnant
• undergoing TIPS placement as part of an investigational study
Genetics of Developmental Disorders - Data and Specimen Repository
This project is a data and specimen repository for developmental disorders. Participants provide biological samples and permission to store their health-related data. The purpose is collect and manage these materials for use in biomedical research related to developmental disorders.
• All ages
• Individuals with a developmental disorder (mostly but not exclusively developmental brain disorders)
• Parents and other selected relatives of individuals with developmental disorders
Food Parenting Practices on Child Dietary Intake
This research is being done to help better understand the ways parents interact with their children at meal and snack times at different time points during the day and in different circumstances. We want to study how the feeding approaches affect the child’s dietary intake over time. Study participation will be two years with activities every six months.
• Family attends Fairview Primary Care clinic
• Child between 3-5 years of age
• Caregiver has primary responsibility of feeding child outside of childcare
• Child must live at least 50% of the time or more with the primary guardian
• Caregiver must be able to speak and read English or Spanish
• Caregiver is less than 18 years of age
• Child is in the foster system
duoABLE: Feasibility of a Behavioral Activation-Based Intervention to Reduce Sedentary Behavior Among People with Stroke and their Caregivers
We are exploring ways to help people with stroke and their caregivers be more physically active in their daily lives. The purpose of this study is to determine whether delivering the web-based Activating Behavior for Lasting Engagement (ABLE) program to duos is a feasible and acceptable approach.
• at least 18 years old
• diagnosed with stroke more than 6 months ago
• report 6 or more hours of sedentary behavior on a typical day
• live in a community-based setting (i.e., personal residence, assisted living facility)
• mobile within the home, with or without an assistive device and without physical assistance
• able to identify an eligible caregiver who will participate in the study who also: reports 6 or more hours of sedentary behavior on a typical day, lives in a community setting and mobile within their home, (with or without an assistive device and without physical assistance)
• Stroke and caregiver participants will be excluded if:
• currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation treatments for cancer
• have a medical diagnosis of neurodegenerative disorder (i.e., dementia, Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, glioblastoma)
• received inpatient treatment for substance use disorder or psychiatric condition within the past 12 months
• have a history of skin sensitivity related to adhesives
• pregnant or expecting to become pregnant in the next 2 months
• live in an institutional setting
• currently incarcerated
• stroke participants will also be excluded if they have severe aphasia
20-0001: A Phase 1b/2, Multi-Centered, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of the Safety and Microbiological Activity of a Single Dose of Bacteriophage Therapy in Cystic Fibrosis Subjects Colonized with Pseudomonas aeruginosa
We are looking at a new intravenous drug, Bacteriophage, to treat Pseudomonas Aeruginosa in people at least 18 years of age who have cystic fibrosis. The drug is given one time and different doses will be evaluated to see if they work and to look at side effects.
• Cystic Fibrosis (CF) diagnosis based on clinical symptoms and confirmed by either an abnormal sweat chloride test or CFTR gene variations
• P. aeruginosa isolated from a sputum, throat culture, or other respiratory specimen in the past 12 months.
• body weight less than 30 kg
• Forced Expiratory Volume 1 second less than 20% of predicted value
• women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant during the study, or breastfeeding
• anticipate change chronic antibiotic regimens during the study
Understanding modifiable barriers to treatment adherence in youth with type 2 diabetes to inform intervention development
This study will seek to learn about barriers to management of Type 2 diabetes for children ages 10-17. This study is recruiting children, and their parent/guardian, who are managing with oral medication or insulin.
• 10 to 17 years old
• confirmed diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
• prescribed pharmacologic therapy for treatment of type 2 diabetes (oral medication or insulin)
• live with a parent/caregiver at least 50% of the time who is willing to participate in the study
• able to read and speak English
• the parent/caregiver must be the adult who spends the largest proportion of time caring for the child (or at least 50%) & able to speak and read English
• diagnosis of type 1 or monogenic diabetes
• evidence of significant cognitive deficits or a severe, persistent psychiatric disorder
A Randomized Trial of Intra-Portal Alone Versus Intra- and Extra- Portal Transplantation of Pancreatic Islets After Total Pancreatectomy for Chronic Pancreatitis (iSite)
One treatment for certain types of chronic pancreatitis is total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT). In this procedure, the pancreas is removed (eliminating the source of the pain) and the islets, which produce insulin and other important hormones, are taken from the pancreas and transplanted in to the liver. This is a small study to evaluate a new procedure for transplanting some islets to a new location in the body.
• age 18- 68
• scheduled for a total pancreatectomy and IAT at University of Minnesota
• diabetes mellitus fasting blood glucose greater than 115mg/dl, or hemoglobin A1c level greater than 6.0%
• use of any of the following treatments in the 30 days prior to enrollment: insulin, metformin, sulfonylureas, glinides, thiazolidinediones, GLP-1 agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, or amylin
• other medical or mental health diagnosis (study staff with review)
MT2014-10C : Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant for Patients with High Risk Hemoglobinopathies and Other Red Cell Transfusion Dependent Disorders
MT2013-34C: Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant for Dyskeratosis Congenita or Severe Aplastic Anemia: Standard of Care Considerations
The purpose of this study is to record outcomes and patient characteristics in the Masonic Cancer Center and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) databases for patients undergoing a transplant for the treatment of Dyskeratosis Congenita (DC) or Severe Aplastic Anemia (SAA). The data will be analyzed for transplant “milestones” such as time to blood count recovery (engraftment) and how patients are doing at 3 months and 6 months after the transplant. Participation in this study will not alter treatment or medical care. All information for this study will be collected from medical records.
• acceptable hematopoeitic stem cell donor identified
• Dyskeratosis Congenita (DC) with evidence of bone marrow failure
• Severe Aplastic Anemia (SAA)
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion and Exclusion criteria
• acute hepatitis or evidence of moderate or severe portal fibrosis or cirrhosis on biopsy
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• uncontrolled infection
MT2013-09C : Umbilical Cord Blood Transplantation Using a Myeloablative Preparative Regimen for the Treatment of Hematological Diseases
This is a treatment protocol for an unrelated umbilical cord blood transplant (UCBT) using a myeloablative preparative regimen for the treatment of hematological diseases, including, but not limited to acute leukemias. There is no research element except the collection of routine clinical data.
• up to 55 years old
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for inclusion criteria specific to each type of leukemia
• Radiation Oncology will evaluate all patients who have had previous radiation therapy
• pregnant or breastfeeding
• HIV positive
• study staff will review additional exclusion criteria
MT2013-06C : Treatment of graft Failure after HSCT
MT2012-11C: Second or Greater Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Using Reduced Intensity Conditioning (RIC)
This is a treatment guideline for a second or greater allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) using a reduced intensity conditioning (RIC) regimen. This regimen, consisting of busulfan, fludarabine, and low dose total body irradiation (TBI), is designed to promote engraftment in patients who failed to achieve an acceptable level of donor-derived engraftment following a previous allogeneic HSCT. While it will primarily be applied for the treatment of non-malignant diseases (NMD), on occasion it may be used to treat patients with malignant disorders as well.
MT2012-10C: Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant for Patients With Primary Immune Deficiencies
The primary purpose of this study is to record outcomes and patient characteristics in the Cancer Center’s and BMT databases for patients who are undergoing an allogeneic (donor) hematopoietic stem cell transplant. The data will be analyzed for transplant “milestones” such as time to blood count recovery (engraftment) and how patients are doing at 3 months and 6 months after the transplant. Participation in this study will not alter treatment or medical care. All information for this study will be collected from medical records.
• up to 50 years old
• diagnosis of immunodeficiency or histiocytic disorder
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion criteria
• pregnant or breastfeeding
• active, uncontrolled infection and/or HIV positive
• acute hepatitis or evidence of moderate or severe portal fibrosis or cirrhosis on biopsy
Use of Continuous Wave Doppler to assess Vascular Malformations in Pediatric Dermatology
The aim of our study is to look at blood flow in various tumors and irregularities located in blood vessels using a handheld continuous wave doppler. Correct and efficient diagnosis of vascular anomalies (outside of what is expected to happen in blood vessels) in pediatric patients will help determine a treatment plan. Blood flow in vascular anomalies has not been well described in the past.
• less than 21 years old
• have a vascular anomaly such as Arteriovenous malformations (AVM), Capillary malformations (CM), Venous malformations (VM), Lymphatic malformations (LM), Pyogenic granuloma (PG), Infantile hemangioma (IH), or Congenital hemangioma (CH)
• being treated at University of MN pediatric dermatology outpatient clinic or the multidisciplinary vascular anomalies clinic
• history of any prior surgical, radiologic, medications for treatment (including oral or topical beta blocking agents)
EFC17574: A Phase 3, single-arm, multicenter, multinational, open label, one-way crossover study to investigate the efficacy and safety of fitusiran prophylaxis in male participants aged >= 12 years with severe hemophilia A or B, with or without inhibitory antibodies to factor VIII or IX (ATLAS-NEO)
A study to test a medicine (fitusiran) injected under the skin for preventing bleeding episodes in male adolescent or adult participants with severe Hemophilia.
• 12 years or older
• diagnosis of severe congenital hemophilia A or B
• participants currently not on prophylaxis (CFC or BPA on-demand): A minimum of 4 bleeding episodes requiring BPA (inhibitor participants) or CFC (non-inhibitor participants) treatment within the last 6 months
• co-existing bleeding disorders other than congenital hemophilia A or B
• current participation in immune tolerance induction therapy (ITI)
• prior treatment with gene therapy
• acute hepatitis, ie, hepatitis A, hepatitis E, acute or chronic hepatitis B infection
• additional exclusion criteria apply (study staff will review)
Accelerating Therapies for Refractory SJIA Patients
This research study aims to learn more about the causes of Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (sJIA) including its complications such as Macrophage Activation Syndrome (MAS) and sJIA associated lung disease and identify new therapeutic targets. The study is asking for biological samples from those diagnosed with sJIA as well as their family members.
• at least 6 months old
• new onset SJIA or established SJIA with or without lung and/or liver complications
• parent or sibling of the enrolled child will also be asked to participate
• illness sufficient to prohibit study participation
• inability to cooperate with the study