A Double-Arm, Open Label, Phase III Study to Compare the Efficacy and Safety of SCENESSE® and Narrow-Band Ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) Light versus NB-UVB Light Alone in the Treatment of Vitiligo

Date Added
March 28th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00135212
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Skin
Summary

This is a double arm, open label, 20-week Phase III study with three and six-month follow up periods, in patients with a documented history of generalised vitiligo.
Up to 200 eligible patients across study sites will be enrolled and randomised in equal numbers to one of the following treatment groups:
• Group A will receive NB-UVB twice weekly from Day 0 (40 treatments in total), and SCENESSE® (one implant administered on Days 0, 21 (±4), 42 (±4), 63 (±4), 84 (±4), 105 (±4) and 126 (±4) (seven implants in total));
• Group B will receive NB-UVB light only (administered twice weekly for 20 weeks, 40 treatments in total).
To determine eligibility for study participation, patients will undergo a screening evaluation within a 28-day period before receiving the first study treatment.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Devyn Spino
843-876-2281
spino@musc.edu

A Phase 3 randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind program to evaluate efficacy and safety of upadacitinib in adult and adolescent subjects with severe alopecia areata

Date Added
February 7th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00132680
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Skin
Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of upadicitinib in adults and adolescents with severe alopecia areata. Participation in this research study will take approximately 168 weeks with 17 visits in that time. This research study includes three phases; a screening phase, treatment phase, and a follow-up phase. The length of the screening period varies from 1 to 35 days, depending on therapies that must be washed out or discontinued before initiation of treatment. Patients who meet all eligibility criteria will be randomized to receive upadicitinib or placebo for the first 24 weeks. At week 24, all patients will receive upadicitinib until week 160. The post-treatment follow-up visit will occur approximately 30 days after the last study drug dose.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Devyn Spino
843-876-2281
spino@musc.edu

A Phase 3 Multicenter, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of JNJ-77242113 for the Treatment of Participants with Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis with Randomized Withdrawal and Retreatment

Date Added
January 8th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00132759
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Skin
Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of JNJ-77242113 in participants with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. The total duration of this study for each participant is approximately 165 weeks, which includes a 5-week screening period, a placebo-controlled period through Week 16 and a randomized withdrawal and retreatment period from Week 24 through Week 52. At Week 52, participants will be transitioned to open-label JNJ-77242113 through Week 156 and a 4-week safety follow-up period will be observed for participants who discontinue study intervention during the study or at the end of the treatment period.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Madeline Richmond
843-792-1436
richmoma@musc.edu

Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation (taVNS) for the treatment of anxiety comorbid with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Date Added
December 5th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00128238
Researcher
Stewart Cox

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Keywords
Adolescents, Anxiety, Autism, Psychiatry
Summary

This is a research study to find out if anxiety in patients with autism spectrum disorder are affected by a form of ear stimulation called transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation, or taVNS. Participants will learn how to self-administer ear stimulation treatments at home before starting the study. Over the course of a month, participants will self-administer ear stimulation treatments twice a day for a month. Each treatment will last up to 60 minutes (1 hour) and there will be a break of at least 30 minutes in between treatments. The study team will ask participants to complete a group of questionnaires at the beginning and end of the study. There will also be a smaller number of questionnaires completed electronically on a weekly basis. The questionnaires will ask questions about mental health symptoms that subjects may or may not be experiencing, including questions about mood, anxiety, and sleep.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Nicole Cash
843-792-9502
cashni@musc.edu

Fontan Udenafil Exercise Longitudinal Assessment Trial (the FUEL-2 Study)

Date Added
October 2nd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00130325
Researcher
Andrew Atz

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Keywords
Adolescents, Cardiovascular, Drug Studies, Pediatrics
Summary

This will be a 26-week, prospective, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled safety and efficacy study of udenafil 87.5 mg tablets versus placebo (both taken twice daily in adolescent subjects who have had the Fontan procedure. The primary efficacy endpoint will be change from baseline at 26 weeks in peak minute oxygen consumption [VO2] (mL/kg/min).

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Layla Al Sarraf
843-876-5203
alsarral@musc.edu

Neurobehavioral and Immune Effects of Citicoline in Youth Alcohol Use Disorder

Date Added
June 6th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00128800
Researcher
Lindsay Squeglia

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Keywords
Adolescents, Alcohol, Brain, Drug Studies, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Substance Use
Summary

This study is testing citicoline as a possible medication to treat alcohol use disorder. Youth (ages 16-22) will be randomly assigned to receive either citicoline (2000mg per day) and or a placebo for four weeks.

All participants will receive brief counseling from a trained clinician and will undergo a brain scan and cognitive testing at the beginning and end of the treatment.

Participants must provide informed consent and youth under 18 must have parental consent to participate. The full study will last approximately one month.

Compensation is available to those who qualify.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Cori Herring
843-792-8207
herrinco@musc.edu

A Multi-Center, Phase 3, Randomized Trial of Matched Unrelated Donor (MUD) versus HLAHaploidentical Related (Haplo) Myeloablative Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults (AYA) with Acute Leukemia or Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

Date Added
May 16th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00128723
Researcher
Michelle Hudspeth

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Keywords
Adolescents, Cancer/Leukemia
Summary

This study is for patients with acute leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). This study is being done to help understand whether a haplo related donor or a MUD HCT for people with acute leukemia or MDS is better or if there is no difference at all.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
HCC Clinical Trials Office
843-792-9321
hcc-clinical-trials@musc.edu

Phase II Trial of Eflornithine (DFMO) and Etoposide for Relapsed/Refractory Neuroblastoma

Date Added
May 2nd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00125254
Researcher
Jacqueline Kraveka

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Keywords
Adolescents, Cancer, Cancer/Brain, Pediatrics
Summary

This study is for patients that have been diagnosed with relapsed/refractory neuroblastoma. The investigational drug given is eflornithine (DFMO) along with etoposide. DFMO is the investigational drug being used along with etoposide for treatment of neuroblastoma. Participants will undergo a number of standard tests and research-related procedures before being able to enroll in this study. Some risks include but are not limited to: fewer red and white blood cells, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, skin rash, seizure, difficulty swallowing and blurred vision. Participants can expect to be on this study for approximately 2 years. Participants will then be followed for up to 5 years after study completion.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
HCC Clinical Trials Office
843-792-9321
hcc-clinical-trials@musc.edu

Sex Differences in the Interface between Cannabis Use and Stress among Emerging Adults

Date Added
May 2nd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00127995
Researcher
Kevin Gray

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Keywords
Adolescents, Drug Studies, Psychiatry, Substance Use
Summary

This study is enrolling emerging adults (ages 18-25) with cannabis use disorder (CUD) to examine sex differences in (a) cannabis withdrawal symptoms during short-term cannabis abstinence, (b) cannabidiol (CBD) versus placebo effects on stress reactivity during short-term cannabis abstinence, and (c) the relationship between stress reactivity and time to cannabis relapse after short-term cannabis abstinence. The proposed study is designed to reveal sex differences and guide the development of tailored treatments that address factors disproportionately affecting emerging adult females with CUD.

Participants will complete an assessment visit to determine eligibility. Eligible participants will be scheduled for their next visit and will be instructed to abstain from cannabis use for 3 days. Participants will be set up with a phone application (app) and given instructions on its use. This app will send twice daily, random surveys everyday throughout study participation with questions about cannabis use, cravings, and overall mood. Participants will also complete twice daily saliva samples.

At the end of the 3 days, participants will return to the clinic for their second visit. Participants will complete a urine and blood sample at each visit. After eating a snack, participants will receive one dose of CBD (800mg) or placebo and then participate in a stress task. Upon completion of the stress task, participants will complete 3 saliva samples and then be discharged after evaluation by research staff. After the completion of Visit 2, participants will continue to complete twice daily surveys for 10 days. The study will last approximately 14 days.

There are risks involved with participating in this study, including risks associated with CBD, risks associated with the stress task and study procedures, emotional distress from answering personal questions, and loss of confidentiality. There is a risk of experiencing cannabis withdrawal symptoms during the 3-day period of cannabis abstinence. Some potential risks related to CBD include dry mouth, diarrhea, reduced appetite, drowsiness, and fatigue. There is a risk of loss of confidentiality, but the researchers will code the samples and research information to protect privacy. There are no direct benefits to the participant, but we hope the knowledge gained will help us inform future clinical strategies to address cannabis use in emerging adults.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Sarah Bourne
843-792-5239
bourne@musc.edu

Self-Management for Youth Living with Sickle Cell Disease: SMYLS Multi-site Trial

Date Added
April 4th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00127137
Researcher
Shannon Phillips

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Keywords
Adolescents, Blood Disorders, Minorities, Pain, Pediatrics, Rare Diseases
Summary

The purpose of this study is to find out whether a web-based intervention using a mobile app is helpful for teens and young adults with sickle cell disease (SCD) in learning how to care for and manage their symptoms. 272 teens and adults with SCD will be enrolled in this study which is being conducted at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston SC., East Carolina University in Greenville NC., University of Miami in Miami FL., and the University of Alabama in Birmingham AL.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Shannon Phillips
843-792-9379
phillipss@musc.edu



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