Transdisciplinary Oral/Oropharyngeal lesions Research & Care in Head and Neck Cancer (TORCH 2.0): A Prospective Non-Randomized Cohort Study by the Head and Neck Oncology Group (HNOG) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)

Date Added
January 6th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00147748
Researcher
Dauren Adilbay

List of Studies

Keywords
Cancer/Head & Neck
Summary

This study will recruit adults diagnosed with an oral potentially malignant disorder (OPMD). The purpose of this research study is to collect blood, saliva, and tissue samples to determine whether certain measurable characteristics (biomarkers) can be identified which may provide insight into the risk of developing cancer. Participation in this study is expected to last approximately 3 years.

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

Adapting a Brief Dyadic Intervention for Co-occurring Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder

Date Added
January 6th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00145687
Researcher
Sarah Giff

List of Studies

Keywords
Alcohol, Mental Health, Military, Stage I, Substance Use
Summary

Co-occurring post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) disproportionately affects Veterans and has significant negative impacts on the safety, wellbeing, and quality of life of Veterans, their romantic partners, and their families. However, treatments that address co-occurring PTSD-AUD and restore Veterans' psychosocial functioning are lacking. The overall goal of this project is to improve treatment approaches aimed at reducing symptoms of co-occurring PTSD-AUD and improving functioning among Veterans and their partners. We plan to do this by learning from Veterans, family members, and treatment providers in order to inform an adaptation of a brief dyadic AUD intervention to be delivered alongside integrated PTSD-AUD treatment for Veteran couples and then conducting a pilot trial of an adapted Brief Family Involved Treatment (B-FIT) intervention with Veterans with PTSD-AUD and their romantic partners.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Sarah Giff
(843) 789-7280
sarah.giff@va.gov

Perinatal Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care: Assessing mental health symptoms, treatment seeking, and intervention needs

Date Added
January 7th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00147901
Researcher
Cristina Lopez

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Keywords
Mental Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pregnancy, Women's Health
Summary

This study aims to explore the prevalence of mental health symptoms, including trauma exposure and posttraumatic stress symptoms in a postpartum population. The study also aims to collect information related to medical and mental health treatment seeking before, during, and after pregnancy as well as feedback on adaptations of future mental health interventions delivered during the postpartum period. Participation in this study includes a 35 minute online survey with questionnaires related to the study aims. Depending on survey responses, participants may be invited to complete an interview with study personnel to provide more specific insight on mental health treatments for perinatal individuals.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Cassidy Chesnutt
843-879-8749
brydonch@musc.edu

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of pelacarsen (TQJ230) with background inclisiran in participants with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, and elevated LDL-C and Lp(a)

Date Added
January 13th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00148513
Researcher
Ashley Waring

List of Studies

Keywords
Cardiovascular, Cholesterol
Summary

This study is being done to learn more about the study drug pelacarsen (TQJ230) in people with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and elevated Lp(a) and LDL-C levels who are already taking a medication called inclisiran for the treatment of elevated LDL-C. ASCVD refers to the build up of plaques in the blood vessels that can block blood flow and increase the risk of events like heart attacks, strokes or other blood vessel blockages. LDL-C stands for low density lipoprotein cholesterol which is often referred to as bad cholesterol. Pelacarsen is considered investigational meaning it has not yet been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is a randomized study meaning you will be assigned by chance, like the flip of a coin, to receive the study drug or placebo. You have a 1 in 2 chance (50%) of receiving the study drug. Inclisiran is an FDA approved medication to lower LDL-C. The study drug is given as a monthly injection under the skin. This study will last about 21 months and include about 14 visits.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Melissa Amitrano
843-876-5009
amitrano@musc.edu

Functional ElectroAnatomiC Isochronal Late Activation Mapping for Empiric VT Ablation Trial

Date Added
January 13th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00148538
Researcher
Bishnu Dhakal

List of Studies

Keywords
Heart
Summary

This study is evaluating the use of a new technique in ablation of ventricular tachycardia. During a heart procedure called an ablation, doctors must map the heart to find the small areas causing the abnormal rhythm. The study compares two different mapping methods: the standard high-density voltage mapping and a newer method called ILAM, which may help doctors find the problem areas more quickly and precisely. If you join the study, you will be randomly placed—like flipping a coin—into one of the two mapping groups during your procedure. Both methods are already FDA-approved and used for treating VT. You will also have several follow-up visits over 12 months so the study team can check your heart rhythm, device activity (if you have one), and overall health. The goal is to learn whether the newer ILAM method works better or just as well as the standard approach for treating VT.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Shaquanda Goodwine
8438765783
shr37@musc.edu

A Phase II Study of Combined Amivantamab, Carboplatin and Paclitaxel in Unresectable Locally Recurrent or Metastatic Head and Neck Cancer

Date Added
January 14th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149057
Researcher
John Kaczmar

List of Studies


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

This study is for patients diagnosed with unresectable locally recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer. The purpose of this study is to test if adding an investigational drug called amivantamab to the usual chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) is more effective in treating head and neck cancer when compared to being treated with carboplatin and paclitaxel alone. Carboplatin and paclitaxel are FDA approved to treat head and neck cancers; however, adding the study drug, amivantamab, is still being investigated and is not approved by the FDA.

Patients may participate in this study for up to 2 years. Procedures include CT, MRI, blood tests, chemotherapy, and regular visits with your doctor including follow-up study visits or phone calls every 3 months. There will be about 50 people taking part in this study, approximately 3 participants will be enrolled at MUSC.

Risks include constipation, nausea, rash, vomiting, swelling of arms and/or legs. Participants may or may not receive a direct benefit from participating in this trial, however, information learned from the trial may help other people in the future.

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

A Randomized Phase II/III Study of Docetaxel and Ramucirumab with or Without Cemiplimab (REGN2810) for Participants Previously Treated with Platinum-based Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for Stage IV or Recurrent Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (Lung-MAP Non-Matched Sub-Study)

Date Added
January 15th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149083
Researcher
Christopher Rangel

List of Studies

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

This study is for patients who have non-small cell lung cancer that is stage IV or has returned after remission. The goal is to compare the usual treatment by itself to the usual treatment plus a drug called cemiplimab. "Investigational" means this drug combination has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). A computer will randomly assign patients to one of two groups. This process is called "randomization." Patients will be placed into a group by chance, like flipping a coin, and will have an equal chance of being in Group 1 or Group 2. The drug is given by infusion. Patients will keep getting treatment until the cancer gets worse. Each treatment cycle lasts 21 days. After the last cycle, patients will be followed for up to 3 years.

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

Magnetic Cell Selection System for CD34+ Cells From HPC-Apheresis Used in Treatment of Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Date Added
January 20th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00148616
Researcher
Alexander Coltoff

List of Studies

Keywords
Drug Studies, Men's Health, Women's Health
Summary

This is a clinical use of an FDA-approved Humanitarian Use Device (HUD) under a Humanitarian Device Exemption (HDE) called Miltenyi Biotec CliniMACS CD34. The intent is to treat patients with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) in a clinical setting, not to conduct research or gather data on safety or effectiveness. No data will be collected beyond what is required for standard clinical care. Device-related processing will occur at an NMDP Advanced Cell Therapy Lab Solutions facility, and the resulting cell product will be transported to MUSC Hollings Cancer Center for infusion. Eligible patients are in first complete remission and undergoing allogeneic stem cell transplant (SCT) from an HLA-identical matched related donor. Patients will be provided MUSC's standard treatment consent per institutional policies. The HUD will be stored, dispensed, and used at NMDP in accordance with standard operating procedures.

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

Examining Return to Substance Use and Preferences for Substance Use Resources Among Postpartum Women

Date Added
January 22nd, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00148416
Researcher
Jordyn Tipsword

List of Studies

Keywords
Women's Health
Summary

This study is for women who have delivered a child in the past 18 months, have experienced one or more traumatic events during their lifetime, and use substances. First, the research involves completing brief screening questions over the phone to determine eligibility for the study. Second, eligible women will be invited to complete a 60- to 90-minute study visit comprised of an online survey and an interview about their opinions on postpartum substance use and potential future resources to help address substance use among postpartum women with trauma histories.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Jordyn Tipsword
8432847995
tipsword@musc.edu

Phase 2 Study of the Efficacy and Safety of ORC-13661 for the Prevention of Drug-Induced Hearing Loss in Patients Receiving Intravenous Amikacin Therapy for Pulmonary Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterium Disease

Date Added
January 27th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00147995
Researcher
Patrick Flume

List of Studies


Keywords
Lung, Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), Pulmonary
Summary

The purpose of the study is to learn more about an experimental drug called ORC-13661 that may be helpful in treating hearing loss due to antibiotic use. The study is researching whether the drug is safe and tolerable, and trying to find out whether the drug may be able to mitigate or prevent hearing loss in patients being treated with intravenous (IV) amikacin. Participation in the study will consist of up to 10 visits over up to 129 days. The Day 1 visit (following the screening visit) will last up to 8 hours, while other visits will last up to 5 hours Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either ORC-13661at a higher dose or a lower dose or a placebo (a pill that looks the same as the study drug but has no real medicine in it), for up to 90 days to be taken along with IV amikacin. Participants will be asked to have a number of tests and procedures, which include questionnaires about family, medical, and hearing history, physical and hearing examination, and assessments of hearing.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Rohini Rao
8437926109
recuitment@musc.edu



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