A Randomized, Open-label, Multicenter, Phase 2 Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Zilovertamab Vedotin (MK-2140) Plus R-CHP Versus Polatuzumab Vedotin Plus R-CHP in Treatment-naïve Participants With GCB Subtype of Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)

Date Added
March 11th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149360
Researcher
Katherine Antel

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Keywords
Cancer, Cancer/Lymphoma, Drug Studies, Men's Health, Women's Health
Summary

This study is for patients that have been newly diagnosed with GCB Subtype of Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL). This study is testing an investigational drug called zilovertamab vedotin. "Investigational" means it has not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In the study, participants will be randomized to two different groups (like flipping a coin). The first group will receive zilovertamab vedotin plus R-CHP [rituximab, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and prednisone]. The second group will receive the standard care regimen: polatuzumab vedotin plus R-CHP. The drugs will be given through an IV, and prednisone may be given to participants by mouth. The primary purpose of the study is to learn if zilovertamab vedotin plus R-CHP is safe and effective for treating DLBCL. Participants in this study can expect to be in this study for up to 5.5 years. The first six months will be participation in treatment, and the following five years will be follow-up.

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

A Descriptive Study Assessing Sexual Activity Following Sacrocolpopexy

Date Added
March 19th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00148799
Researcher
Addison McFarland

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Keywords
Sexual Dysfunction, Women's Health
Summary

This is a descriptive study designed to determine the proportion of women who are sexually active after minimally invasive sacrocolpopexy, with particular focus on those aged 65 and older. Because sacrocolpopexy carries certain risks—especially in older women—but also preserves vaginal length and may improve sexual function, understanding post-surgical sexual activity can help clinicians counsel patients when choosing between reconstructive surgeries, which preserve vaginal length, and obliterative surgeries, which do not. The study also aims to better understand patient values in surgical decision-making related to sexual activity. Women who had sacrocolpopexy at MUSC since January 1, 2015 will be contacted to complete two questionnaires: one assessing sexual activity and satisfaction with surgery, and one assessing sexual function using an adapted PISQ-IR questionnaire. Data will be analyzed using descriptive and comparative statistics to examine the proportion of sexually active women in groups under 65 versus 65 and older, as well as to compare their sexual function outcomes.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Addison McFarland
312-282-5522
mcfaradd@musc.edu

A long-term non-interventional study to assess the incidence of skin malignancies in patients with dystrophic and junctional epidermolysis bullosa receiving treatment with Filsuvez (FOSTER)

Date Added
March 26th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149282
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Skin
Summary

This observational, multi-country cohort study examines the long-term safety of Filsuvez in real-world clinical practice. Researchers will collect both primary data and use existing patient registry data to gather information on Filsuvez exposure, skin malignancies, medical history, and other clinical characteristics. The study will include patients with confirmed diagnoses of DEB and JEB, regardless of whether they use Filsuvez, as long as they meet the approved indication. Patients previously exposed to Filsuvez through clinical trials, early access programs, or compassionate use programs may also participate. The study does not require any protocol-mandated visits or procedures, and the frequency of patient visits will follow local standard practice and individual patient needs.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Emma Edwards
8438769302
edwaremm@musc.edu

Abbott Cephea Mitral Valve Disease Registry

Date Added
April 6th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149421
Researcher
Daniel Steinberg

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Keywords
Heart
Summary

This study is seeking subjects who have been diagnosed with and may be receiving medical treatment for mitral valve disease. The purpose of this registry is to collect data to better understand the progression of mitral valve disease and the effects of different treatments on the disease and patient health. If you agree to participate in this registry, your medical data will be collected including your medical history, certain background information, and certain test images/results. This registry will also collect information about current and future treatments for your mitral valve disease and data from future disease-related follow-up visits. Data will be collected for up to 24 months. There are no additional visits or any additional testing required for this registry.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Shaquanda Goodwine
843-876-5783
shr37@musc.edu

Identifying Biobehavioral Predictors and Targeting Mechanisms of Intervention in Adolescent Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Date Added
April 7th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149051
Researcher
Rachel Siciliano

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Keywords
Adolescents, Mental Health, Stress Disorders
Summary

This study looks at how teens with trauma-related symptoms respond to stress and strong emotions. We will measure brain activity, body responses, and behavior during activities that involve reacting to possible threats, managing emotions, and imagining parts of their own stressful or traumatic experiences more than once.

The goal of this research is to better understand how repeating these imagining activities affects teens. We also want to learn whether a teen's reaction to stress and their ability to manage emotions are connected to how they respond to imagining stressful events.

What we learn may help improve treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and help identify which teens are most likely to benefit from these treatments, based on brain, body, and behavior responses.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Rachel Siciliano
843-779-8833
siciliar@musc.edu

Longitudinal assessment of age-related swallowing changes and potential biological correlates

Date Added
April 7th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149182
Researcher
Janina Wilmskoetter

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Keywords
Aging, Disease Prevention, Healthy Volunteer Studies
Summary

This study will examine the factors that contribute to changes in swallowing as people age. Over the next ten years, researchers will follow healthy adults (age 18 and older) to see if swallowing becomes more difficult with age. They will also look at whether changes in the brain, thinking skills, and body chemistry are connected to swallowing problems. The information from this study may help doctors find ways to address problems such as choking or aspiration pneumonia in older adults.

Participants can change their mind and stop participating at any time, for any reason. Leaving the study will not affect any benefits or care they are entitled to.

If you would like to learn more, please contact the study team.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Janina Wilmskoetter
843-548-1053
wilmskoe@musc.edu

The Impact of Toxic Exposures on Vascular Autoantibodies in Lupus Associated Cardiovascular Disease

Date Added
April 10th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00147299
Researcher
Helen Butler

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Keywords
Cardiovascular, Lupus
Summary

The purpose of this study is to understand how exposure to harmful substances during military service may affect the health of Veterans with or without lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can increase the risk of cardiovascular problems.

We believe that Veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service may develop more harmful antibodies that attack the lining of their blood vessels. These antibodies may contribute to poorer blood vessel and heart health, and could contribute to the development of lupus.

This study aims to improve our understanding of how toxic military exposures may increase the risk of blood vessel complications in Veterans with and without lupus. Ultimately, this research may help identify new ways to better prevent, monitor, or treat cardiovascular disease in this population.

Research procedures for this study will include:

1. The study team will check subject medical records to gather information about medical history and medications being taking. The study team may continue to follow updates in the medical record.
2. Subjects will be given a survey to assess military and occupational toxic inhalant exposures.
3. Subjects will have a brief physical examination during which vitals will be recorded (height, weight, heart rate, respiration, temperature). Women of childbearing ages will be asked for the date of their last menstrual cycle within the past 2 months.
4. Subjects will have blood pressure taken three times three minutes apart.
5. Subjects will then provide a urine sample. Urine collection will occur in a private restroom using a sterile container provided by the study team. For women of childbearing ages, a pregnancy dipstick test will be undertaken on urine to confirm subjects are not pregnant.
6. Subjects will undergo a blood draw where approximately 4 teaspoons of blood will be drawn.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Helen Butler
7046540686
butlehel@musc.edu



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