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Cardiac Sarcoidosis Consortium
This is a registry study. The Cardiac Sarcoidosis Consortium (CSC) is an international, multicenter partnership among physicians and allied professionals at major medical centers with the unifying purpose to learn more about cardiac sarcoidosis through collaborative research.
• People who have been diagnosed with Cardiac sarcoidosis (CS)
• History of ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation
• Ventricular arrhythmias treated medically or with an implanted device
CONQUER Protocol Number 001: COllaborative, National QUality and Efficacy Registry for Tracking Disease Progression in Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma) Patients (CONQUER)
The purpose of this study is to develop a cohort of patients with early scleroderma, and to collect data on clinical outcomes, radiological tests, laboratory tests and to obtain biological specimens for testing.We hope to explore medical care and the impact of SSc on patients' daily lives through various questionnaires that will be collected during study participation. By looking at all of the areas mentioned, we hope to find out information about SSc that will help treat future patients, develop new treatments, and work towards a cure.
MT2022-45 Primary Immune Regulatory Disorders (PIRD): Longitudinal Study of Clinical Presentation, Treatment and Outcomes
Primary Immune Regulatory Disorders (PIRD disorders) are a group of diseases that cause the immune system to function abnormally and cause infections, autoimmunity or inflammation that can begin early in life. PIRD is usually caused by changes in genes in DNA. Researchers are trying to learn what types of medical problems patients with PIRD have and how these respond to treatment. Researchers also want to learn which genes cause PIRD and how it can cause the medical problems of PIRD.
• age 0 to 99 years
• diagnosis of immune-mediated bowel disease affecting at least one segment of the bowel
• evidence of interstitial lung disease (ground-glass opacities) or pulmonary nodules/cysts
• decreased lung function
• additional inclusion and exclusion criteria apply (study staff will review)
• also enrolling parent, sibling, or child of eligible participants
• documented HIV infection
Measurement of Upper Aerodigestive Tract Pressures During Phonation
The purpose of this pilot research study is to test whether a tool called “High-Resolution Manometry” can diagnose laryngeal dystonia (also known as spasmodic dysphonia) and measure how well treatment works. High-Resolution Manometry measures pressures from a small catheter that is passed from your nose into your throat. We believe that pressures in the throat might be different for people with laryngeal dystonia than for people without laryngeal dystonia, or with other types of voice disorders. If we can diagnose laryngeal dystonia shortly after symptoms start, we can get patients the treatment they need sooner.
• experienced improvement in voice quality following injection of botulinum toxin into the thyroarytenoid complex
• received their most-recent injection within 6 months
• age 18-80 years old
• able to read and write in English
• For Healthy Controls:
• age 18-80
• have no known voice problem
• able to read and write in English Patients with Muscle Tension Dysphonia:
• Age 18-80 (age-and sex matched to adductor laryngeal dystonia)
• Diagnosis of primary muscle tension dysphonia by a laryngologist and speech pathologist in the ?...absence of current organic vocal fold pathology, [and] without obvious?neurologic etiology.?18
• Able to read and write in English
• Muscle tension dysphonia patients who either haven?t started voice therapy, or for whom symptoms persisted despite voice therapy
• diagnosis of vocal tremor, abductor laryngeal dystonia, any type of vocal fold lesion, or vocal fold paralysis
• known swallowing disorder (oropharyngeal or esophageal), with the exception of transient post-botulinum toxin injection-induced dysphagia
• pregnant
• prisoners
• allergy to topical anesthetic
• cannot fast for 6 hours (4 hour fast prior to study, up to 2 hours to complete the study)
• recent facial trauma
• recent nasal, pharyngeal, laryngeal, or esophageal surgery or obstruction
ELEVATE, a global observational longitudinal prospective registry of patients with acute hepatic porphyria (AHP) (ELEVATE)
This is a global, multicenter, prospective, observational, longitudinal registry conducted to characterize the natural history and real-world clinical management of patients diagnosed with AHP. This protocol will not recommend the use of any specific treatments, visits, or procedures. No medication is provided as part of registry participation.
Geniculate Artery Embolization
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of disability and chronic pain that reduces physical activity and daily activities. In this clinical research study, the goal is to learn more about geniculate artery (located in the knee) embolization (GAE) treatment to see if it will reduce pain as well as stiffness and difficulty performing daily activities caused by knee OA and if it can be performed safely.
• osteoarthritis of the one knee with symptoms that have not improved after at least 3 months of treatment such as PT, injection, medications,
• partial knee replacement and total knee arthroplasty are not currently options (may be in the future)
• 40-70 years of age
• weight greater than 250 pounds
• smoke or have smoked tobacco regularly (smoking 1 or more tobacco product(s) per week) within the last year
• diabetic with A1C greater than 9%
• advanced peripheral arterial disease
MT2023-41: A Randomized, Open-Label, Phase 3 Trial to Compare the Efficacy and Safety of Idecabtagene Vicleucel with Lenalidomide Maintenance Versus Lenalidomide Maintenance Therapy Alone in Adult Participants with Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma Who Have Suboptimal Response After Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation (KarMMa-9).
This study is to understand if Idecabtagene Vicleucel (ide-cel), when given with a standard anti-myeloma maintenance therapy called lenalidomide (LEN), will be safe and more effective, when compared to LEN given alone.
• new diagnosis of Multiple Myeloma
• received induction therapy followed by high-dose chemotherapy and autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT)
• unable to do physically strenuous activity but walking and able to carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• central nervous system involvement with myeloma
• uncontrolled fungal, bacterial, viral, or other infection
• history of primary immunodeficiency
MT2024-08: Phase I open-label, dose escalation trial of BI 1831169 monotherapy and in combination with ezabenlimab in patients with advanced or metastatic solid tumors.
This study tests the use of the oncolytic virus BI1831169 (VSV-GP) as an immunotherapy in patients with advanced solid tumors. This trial is the first-in-human trial to test the safety and early efficacy of BI1831169 by itself (Part 1) and in combination with the PD-1 inhibitor ezabenlimab (Part 2).
• confirmed diagnosis of an advanced, and/or metastatic or relapsed/refractory solid tumor that can not be surgically removed
• must have exhausted available treatment options or refused established treatment options
• restricted from physically strenuous activity but able to walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• additional inclusion criteria (study staff will review)
• major surgery or radiation therapy in the past 4 weeks
• active hepatitis B or C infection
• severe or serious, acute or chronic medical or psychiatric condition or laboratory abnormality that may increase the risk associated with study participation (study staff will review)
REACT-AF: The Rhythm Evaluation for AntiCoagulaTion with Continuous Monitoring of Atrial Fibrillation (REACT-AF)
This research is being done to assess whether it is safe and effective to stop oral anticoagulation medications (a blood-thinning medication) during prolonged periods of normal heart rhythm in participants with infrequent episodes of atrial fibrillation (AF).
• history of symptomatic or asymptomatic paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) and a moderate risk of stroke
• documented prior stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) or transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• reversible causes of AF (e.g., cardiac surgery, pulmonary embolism, untreated hyperthyroidism).
HM2017-24 : Phase I/II Study of Nivolumab in Combination with Ruxolitinib in Relapsed or Refractory Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma: BTCRC-HEM-027
Participants who take part in this study will receive a study drug called ruxolitinib with a standard drug called nivolumab. The study is being done to measure the percentage of tumor (lymphoma) that shrinks after receiving ruxolitinib in combination with nivolumab. This study will also measure the length of time the lymphoma is inactive and how safe the combination is to administer to participants. Ruxolitinib is a pill that is taken twice every day. Nivolumab is given as an infusion in the clinic once every 4 weeks.
• age 18 or older
• able to walk and do all selfcare but unable to carry out any work activities; up and about more than 50% of waking hours
• confirmed diagnosis of classical Hodgkin lymphoma that has reoccurred or not responded to treatment
• women and men who are of child bearing age must use required birth control
• there are additional criteria for prior treatment and laboratory results (study staff will review)
• inability to swallow oral medication or any condition that affects absorption of oral medications
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• additional criteria about current medical history (study staff will review)
A Phase II Clinical Trial to Study the Efficacy and Safety of Pembrolizumab (MK-3475) and Pembrolizumab in Combination with Other Investigational Agents in Subjects with High-risk Non-muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC) Unresponsive to Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) Therapy
This trial will evaluate other treatment options for high-risk NMIBC patients who were unresponsive to Bacillus Calmette Guerin (BCG therapy). We are studying two different drugs in combination with pembrolizumab. Participants will receive up to 35 doses of the trial drug and have tumor assessments for about 2 years. This will be followed by treatment tumor assessment for another 3 years for a total trial duration of 5 years.
• confirmed diagnosis of high risk non-muscle-invasive (T1, high grade Ta and / or carcinoma in situ) transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder
• tumor has been completely removed with bladder surgery
• BCG-unresponsive high risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer after treatment with adequate BCG therapy
• ineligible for radical cystectomy or refusal of radical cystectomy
• able to care for self, up and about for at least half of the day
• participants of child bearing age must be willing to use effective birth control
• received intravesical chemotherapy or immunotherapy from the time of most recent cystoscopy / Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
• active autoimmune disease that has required systemic treatment in the past 2 years
• active infection requiring systemic therapy
• pregnant or breast feeding
• contact study staff for additional study eligibility criteria
Save the Bottoms!!!: Assessing the Gay Male Experience with Anal Cancer Prevention Strategies
The purpose of this study is to describe current knowledge and opinions about anal cancer screening among men who have sex with men (MSM), as well as their experience receiving guideline-compliant care aimed at anal cancer risk reduction using a large-scale survey disseminated via social media.
• 18 years of age or older
• AMAB (Assigned Male at Birth)
• Current resident of the U.S.
• Engage in receptive anal intercourse with male partners
• Fluent in English or Spanish
Efficacy and safety of GLP-1 agonist therapy in overweight and obese subjects with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes: a pilot study
In this study we will be looking at the safety and effectiveness of the medication GLP-1 (Semaglutide) in patients who are overweight and have been diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes (CFRD).
• diagnosis of cystic fibrosis
• diabetic using insulin
• BMI 26 kg/m2 or greater
• able to read & speak English
• personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer
• chronic GI problems requiring hospitalization in the past year
• history of suicide attempts or active ideas of suicide
RCT01437: Proactive infliximab optimization using a pharmacokinetic dashboard versus standard of care in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: The OPTIMIZE Trial
The purpose of this study is to find out if using a computer program (called iDose) to guide infliximab dosing is more effective and safer than using standard infliximab dosing over 52 weeks. All patients in this study will be receiving infliximab as part of their medical care, this study is only looking at two different methods of determining the dose and timing of administration.
• 16 to 80 years of age
• diagnosis of moderate to severe Crohn's disease (CD) or Ulcerative colitis
• physician intends to prescribe infliximab for treatment
• have not previously taken infliximab
• pregnant or breastfeeding
• complications of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as abscess, need for ostomy (study staff review)
• current infection in last 6 months
• other significant medical conditions (heart, lungs, liver, endocrine etc.)
A Minimal-Risk, Multi-Center, Prospective, Clinical Trial to Evaluate the PrevisEA Device for Predicting Gastrointestinal Impairment
This device listens to and records abdominal sounds, which provides data that can help predict gastrointestinal impairment (GII). GII is a condition that is defined as the failure of oral re-feeding after abdominal surgery. This happens when any of the following events happen beyond 24-hours after abdominal surgery; vomiting, need to reverse the diet, or need to place a nasogastric (NG) tube.
• 18 to 90 years of age
• having an elective intestinal resection surgery (specific types, study staff will review)
• allergy to skin adhesive
• unable to have device applied to the skin on the abdomen
• evidence of infection before surgery, including a deep wound infection or urinary tract infection
• specific types of surgery (study staff will review)
SpHincterotomy for Acute Recurrent Pancreatitis (SHARP) Trial (SHARP)
We are studying the effectiveness of a new procedure to treat people who have episodes of acute pancreatitis with pancreas divisum. Of the participants, half will receive the new procedure called endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) with minor papilla endoscopic spincterotomy (miES) the other half with receive only ERCP. We will monitor outcomes for at least eighteen months.
• at least 18 years old
• two or more episodes of acute pancreatitis, with one occurring in the last 24 months
• there is no certain explanation for recurrent acute pancreatitis
• prior minor papilla therapy (endoscopic or surgical)
• other causes of pancreatitis (study staff will review)
• regular use of opioid medication for abdominal pain for the past three months
The Organ Care System (OCS) Lung Thoracic Organ Perfusion (TOP) Post Approval Study (PAS) Registry - OCS Lung TOP PAS Registry (TOP)
To collect additional real-world safety and effectiveness data for the OCS™ Lung System and to expand the long-term clinical evidence supporting the use of OCS™Lung System in lung transplantation.
• people who received OCS preserved double lung transplants
• OR people who receive a single lung transplant from OCS preserved lung pairs from either standard criteria donors
• AND all donor lungs that were perfused on OCS Lung System
Surgical Timing and Rehabilitation for Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries: A Multicenter Integrated Clinical Trial (Protocol # PRO16090503)
This study is being conducted to determine when is the best time to do surgery is and when to start rehabilitation after surgery for the treatment of a multiple ligament knee injury. The study will randomize (i.e. a coin toss) when you have surgery and when you begin rehabilitation (early or delayed surgery and early or delayed rehabilitation). The type of surgery is decided between you and your surgeon. Rehabilitation is tailored to the type of surgery you have. You will fill out some questionnaires and have your knee examined at your normal postsurgery appointments with your surgeon.
• Ages 16-55
• Has a multiple ligament knee injury (MLKI is defined as a complete grade III injury of two or more ligaments)
• Prior knee ligament surgery of the involved knee
• Torn or avulsed patellar or quadriceps tendon
• Periarticular or long bone fracture that is anticipated to preclude weight-bearing after surgery
• Require use of an external fixator for greater than 10 days
• Planned staged surgical treatment
• Unable to weight bear on the contralateral uninjured leg
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI) that limits their ability to participate in their post-operative care
• Surgical procedures that precludes early weight-bearing or range of motion
Minnesota Neurogenetics Repository
This research study is for participants who have an inherited neuromuscular disorder or neurogenetic disorder, or family members are unaffected by such disorders.
• any one with a genetic neurological or muscle disease
• family member with a genetic neurological or muscle disease
• none
A 52-week, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Randomized, Phase 3 study Intended to Determine the Effects of seladelpar on normalization of Alkaline phosphatase Levels in Subjects with Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) and an Incomplete Response or Intolerance to Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA)
The purpose of this research study is to determine if seladelpar (study drug) is effective at normalizing the disease marker alkaline phosphatase in subjects with PBC who are currently on ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) treatment or intolerant to UDCA. This will be done by looking at changes in blood tests. This research study is also measuring whether seladelpar makes itching (pruritus) better. This will be done using information about itching that subjects enter on a device or app on their phone.
• 18 to 75 years old
• taking Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA) for 12 months prior to screening (with stable dose for more than 3 months before starting the study) OR unable to take UDCA (last dose of UDCA greater than 3 months before starting the study)
• study staff will review additional inclusion and exclusion criteria
• other chronic liver diseases
• drinking more than 2 drinks per day in women and 3 drinks per day in men, or unable to quantify alcohol intake reliably
• history of cancer diagnosed or treated, active or within 2 years, or ongoing evaluation for cancer; squamous or noninvasive basal cell skin cancers and cervical carcinoma in situ are allowed (if treated)
• women who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding
A non-randomized prospective clinical trial comparing the non-inferiority of salpingectomy to salpingo-oophorectomy to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer among BRCA1 carriers (SOROCk)
The purpose of the study is to compare two surgical procedures and their ability to decrease the risk of developing ovarian cancer for pre-menopausal women with BRCA1 mutations.
• 35 to 50 years old
• women with a BRCA1 mutation
• undergoing risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy or who have declined or elected to defer BSO
• may be premenopausal or menopausal
• history of any prior cancer who have received chemotherapy within the past 30 days or radiotherapy to abdomen or pelvis at any prior time
• women with abnormal screening tests (TVUS, CA-125) suspicious for gross cancer within the past 180 days
• additional criteria apply (study staff will review)
A Phase IB/II Multi-Cohort Study of Targeted Agents with Atezolizumab for Patients with Recurrent or Persistent Endometrial Cancer (EndoMAP)
The purpose of this study is to learn the effects, good or bad, of several possible study treatments for EndoCA that are selected based on genetic markers that can be found in these tumors.
• recurrent or persistent endometrial carcinoma which has progressed or recurred after at least 1, but no more than 2, prior lines of therapy
• primary invasive ovarian or cervical cancer occurring with this cancer
• other cancer occurring in the past 5 years
• active or history of autoimmune disease or immune deficiency
• history of cardiac, respiratory or neurological conditions (study staff will review)
Phase II trial of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and pembrolizumab for advanced stage androgen receptor-positive salivary gland carcinoma: Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium BTCRC-HN17-111
We are looking at the effectiveness of adding an immunotherapy drug, pembrolizumab, to usual treatment for people who have salivary gland cancer that can’t be treated with surgery or radiation. The cancer must be androgen receptor positive.
• at least 18 years old
• locally advanced, recurrent, or metastatic salivary gland carcinoma that is not amenable to curative surgery or radiation
• tumor is androgen receptor-positive
• unable to do physically strenuous activity but can walk and is able to do work of a light nature, such as house work or office work
• prior chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery as part of curative intent therapy are allowed
• any number of prior lines of systemic therapy are permitted as long as it did not include anti-androgen therapy or immune checkpoint blockade
• men and women of child bearing age must agree to use contraception during the treatment period and for at least 8 months after the last dose of study treatment
• contact study staff for additional requirements
• received prior therapy with an anti-PD-1, anti-PD-L1, or anti-PD-L2 agent or with an agent directed to another stimulatory or co-inhibitory T-cell receptor (eg, CTLA-4, OX40, CD137)
• received prior androgen deprivation therapy
• pregnant or breastfeeding or expecting to conceive or father children within the projected duration of the study, starting with the first visit through 120 days after the last dose of trial treatment.
• additional cancer that is progressing or has required active treatment within the past 2 years
• contact study staff for additional exclusion criteria
Prefrontal Cortical Stimulation in Severe Treatment Resistant Depression
This study looks at the use of an implanted brain stimulator for people who have treatment resistant depression. The change in brain function by EEG and symptoms of depression will be examined. This study is open to people 22-55 years old with Medicare or Medicare Advantage insurance.
• ages 22-55
• diagnosis of chronic (greater than or equal to 2 years) depression
• poor response to three or more antidepressant medications (staff will review)
• had or refused ECT therapy
• under the regular care of a psychiatrist
• enrolled in a Medicare program
• have at least two people over 22 years of age and live within 30 minutes of participants residence who could respond to study staff if needed
• able to have a MRI scan
• actively suicidal or have a history of an attempt within the last year
• have a history of another major mental health diagnosis
• have a positive drug test
• have an implanted brain device
• pregnant
• history of seizures
A multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel group, placebo-controlled study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of iptacopan (LNP023) in idiopathic immune complex mediated membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN). (APPARENT)
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of iptacopan compared to placebo in patients with idiopathic immune complex mediated membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN)
• 12 to 60 years old
• diagnosis of idiopathic IC-MPGN as confirmed by kidney biopsy within 12 months prior to starting the study for adults and within 3 years for adolescents
• must have a vaccination against Neisseria meningitidis and Streptococcus pneumoniae infection prior to the start of study treatment
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion and Exclusion criteria
• have had cell or a solid organ transplantation, including kidney transplantation
• Body mass index (BMI) >38 kg/m2
• Body weight <35 kg (77 pounds)
• additional criteria that study staff will review
Monoclonal Gammopathy and Amyloidosis Registry and Biobank (MGARB)
The purpose of this study is to establish a registry and biobank to study monoclonal gammopathy and amyloidosis. We aim to understand better the changes these diseases cause, the symptoms they present, and the clinical progression to be able to better prevent them and treat them in the future.
• diagnosis of monoclonal gammopathy or amyloidosis
• unable to speak English
MAYFLOWERS-0B-20: A Prospective Study Evaluating Maternal and FetaL Outcomes in the ERa of ModulatorS (MAYFLOWERS) (MAYFLOWERS)
This study is being done to look at how pregnancy affects the health of women with cystic fibrosis (CF) and to look at the health of babies born to women with CF. It is expected that most but not all women will be taking the newest CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator) modulator medication called TRIKAFTA®. It is not known how this medication will affect the health of mother and infant.
• at least 16 years old
• pregnant, intending to continue pregnancy
• enrolled in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Patient Registry (CFFPR)
• none
A Phase 1/2 Study of [225Ac]-FPI-1434 Injection in Patients with Locally Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumours
This is an early study of a new drug, called [225Ac]-FPI-1434, to treat solid tumors that have not responded to usual treatment. We are testing different doses of the drug and looking at how well it works for treating the cancer and side effects that occur.
• advanced solid tumor that is refractory to all standard treatment, for which no standard treatment is available, or it is contraindicated, or the patient refuses standard therapy
• restricted in strenuous activity but can walk and is able to do light work e.g., light house work, office work
• contact study staff for additional requirements
• inability to perform the required imaging procedures (e.g., inability to lay flat during scan time)
• uncontrolled brain metastasis
• history of organ transplantation, including stem cell transplantation
• other significant medical or mental health diagnosis (study staff will review)
Sightline: Determination and Validation of Lung EpiCheck a Multianalyte Assay for Lung Cancer Prediction. A Case-Control Study.
The main purpose of the study is to collect blood samples and medical information to help Nucleix in the development of an investigational test that aims to differentiate between individuals at high risk with and without lung cancer.
• Current or past smokers, with at least 20 pack-years
• People who have with either a high suspicion for lung cancer, with surgery planned for biopsy or removal
• People who have lung cancer that hasn't been treated yet
• People who have diagnosis or treatment of any previous cancer, including lung cancer, in the past 5 years, except for fully resected non-melanoma skin cancer or fully-resected carcinoma in situ of the cervix
• Current lung cancer is known to be stage III or IV by pathology.
• People having regular screening to monitor a lung nodule
Composur, A Patient-centric, Phase IV, Open-label, Prospective, Real World US Study to Evaluate Vibegron on Patient Treatment Satisfaction, Quality of Life, and Healthcare Resource Utilization in Patients with Overactive Bladder
This study will evaluate treatment satisfaction, discontinuation, reasons for discontinuation, quality of life, healthcare resource utilization, and safety with vibegron for the treatment of OAB in the context of real-world clinical practice.
• diagnosis of overactive bladder (OAB) with or without urgency urinary incontinence
• symptoms of OAB for at least 3 months
• specific previous treatments for OAB (study staff will review)
• neurologic conditions associated with OAB symptoms, e.g., multiple sclerosis
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to become pregnant