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

Impact of Systemic Tetracyclines in Adolescence on Metabolism, Adiposity, and Skeletal Maturation

Date Added
April 4th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00120674
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Skin
Summary

In clinical practice, standard of care for treatment of adolescent acne includes extended courses, i.e., 3 months or longer, of systemic tetracyclines, a type of antibiotic.The gut is home to many bacteria. Administration of antibiotics kills these bacteria and prevents them from repopulating during critical developmental periods. The lack of these bacteria has effects on metabolism, fat, and bone mass
accrual in adolescent mice. Given what we have observed in mouse studies,
we are interested to observe the impact of systemic tetracycline acne therapy in adolescents on fat deposition and the skeleton.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Courtney Linkous
8435662453
linkousc@musc.edu

OptIMMize-2: A Phase 3 Multicenter, Single-arm, Open-label Extension Study to Assess the Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of Risankizumab in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Who Have Completed Participation in Study M19-977 (OptIMMize-1)

Date Added
November 17th, 2022
PRO Number
Pro00122906
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Skin
Summary

This is a Phase 3 multicenter, single-arm, open-label extension (OLE) study designed to investigate the long-term safety, tolerability, and efficacy of risankizumab 150 mg or 55 mg by weight every 12 weeks (Q12W) in the treatment of moderate to severe plaque Ps in eligible subjects who have completed all assessments in Study M19-977 and elect to participate in Study M19-973. The study is comprised of a 216-week treatment period and a follow-up phone call for safety approximately 140 days (20 weeks) after the last dose of study drug.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Alyson Winter
843-876-3209
wintera@musc.edu

ACCESS: A Multi-Center, Phase II Trial of HLA-Mismatched Unrelated Donor Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation with Post-Transplantation Cyclophosphamide for Patients with Hematologic Malignancies.

Date Added
August 16th, 2022
PRO Number
Pro00118834
Researcher
Michelle Hudspeth

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Keywords
Adolescents, Cancer, Pediatrics, Transplant
Summary

This study is for patients that have had hematopoietic stem cell transplants and/or have been donors. The purpose of this study is to see how well transplant works in adults with a MMUD using stem cells from a donor's blood, and in children with a MMUD using stem cells from a donor's bone marrow.This study treatment does not include any investigational drugs. The medicines and procedures in this study are standard for transplant. Participants can expect to be on this study for approximately 1 year.

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

The ASCEND Trial: A Multicenter, Double Blinded Vehicle Controlled Study of TMB-001, a Proprietary Isotretinoin Ointment, in the Treatment of RXLI (X-linked) or ARCI (Lamellar) Ichthyosis; Preceded by a Voluntary Maximal Use Study; Both Studies in Subjects 6 Years of Age and Above

Date Added
August 10th, 2022
PRO Number
Pro00120937
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Drug Studies, Pediatrics, Skin
Summary

This study aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of isotretinoin ointment (TMB-001 0.05%) in treating subjects > or = to 6 years of age with lamellar ichthyosis, and aims to assess the bodily absorption of the cream across application frequencies. Subjects with ARCI/RXLI will be randomized 2:1, to either receive the TMB-001 0.05% isotretinoin ointment or a vehicle ointment - applied daily - for 3 weeks. Subsequently, dosing will be increased to twice daily for 9 weeks. If significant improvement is observed at the end of the 9 weeks, subjects will be randomized 1:1 to receive the TMB-001 0.05% ointment, either applied daily or twice-daily, for 12 weeks. Prior to the Phase III trial, subjects will have the option to participate in a 14 day treatment period with TMB-001 0.05% - twice daily - followed by continued treatment with TMB-001 0.05% twice daily for 10 weeks.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Courtney Rowley
843-792-9784
rowle@musc.edu

A multi methods study to explore the feasibility of assessing the bereavement needs of parent-child dyads following sibling death.

Date Added
August 2nd, 2022
PRO Number
Pro00121605
Researcher
Shannon D'Alton

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Keywords
Adolescents, Children's Health, Pediatrics
Summary

In the United States, nearly 62,000 children and adolescents are bereaved by the death of a sibling each year. Bereaved siblings and parents are at a lifelong risk for negative physical and psychological outcomes, yet little is known about the support and resource needs in the first 6 months following death. The purpose of this study is to determine the best ways to identify bereavement needs and barriers to grief support for parents and children following sibling death and to assess how bereavement needs impact parental distress and child quality of life and grief.

This study is for children between 8 and 17 years of age who have experienced the death of a sibling in the past 24 months. Children must have a parent or primary care giver actively take part in the study with them as a parent-child dyad. Information from this study will be used to help understand how to improve the care and support of parents and siblings that have experienced a loss.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Shannon D'Alton
843-518-3500
vaillan@musc.edu

Intrathecal Morphine versus Bilateral Quadratus Lumborum Blocks for Perioperative Analgesia in Pediatric Patients Undergoing Open Lower Abdominal Procedures: A Prospective Randomized Trial

Date Added
June 21st, 2022
PRO Number
Pro00121082
Researcher
Natalie Barnett

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Keywords
Adolescents, Kidney, Pediatrics, Urinary
Summary

Patients between the ages of 12 months and 11 years who are undergoing lower abdominal laparotomy will be randomized to receive intrathecal morphine, or bilateral quadratrus lumborum block. We will compare the effect that intrathecal morphine and quadratus lumborum blocks have on the duration of pain control as demonstrated by charted pain scores and morphine equivalents in the first 48 hours. This study will also assess the side effects of each intervention such as nausea and vomiting, and itching.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Haley Nitchie
843-792-1869
nitchie@musc.edu

Neurobehavioral Effects of Cannabidiol in Youth Alcohol Use Disorder

Date Added
May 3rd, 2022
PRO Number
Pro00119770
Researcher
Lindsay Squeglia

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

This study is testing cannabidiol (CBD) as a possible medication to treat alcohol use disorder. Youth (ages 16-22) will receive one dose of CBD (600mg) or placebo (i.e., sugar water) before two different MRI sessions (separated by 2 weeks) to see how CBD affects the brain. The full study will last approximately one month.

Participants must provide informed consent and youth under 18 must have parental consent to participate.

Compensation is available to those who qualify.

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



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