PRagmatic EValuation of evENTs And Benefits of Lipid-lowering in oldEr adults (PREVENTABLE)

Date Added
March 6th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00125689
Researcher
Jihad Obeid

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Keywords
Cholesterol, Dementia, Drug Studies, Geriatrics, Healthy Volunteer Studies, Heart, Memory Loss, Stroke Recovery
Summary

The purpose of this research study is to determine if an already FDA approved drug called atorvastatin can help adults, age 75 or older, live well for longer by preventing dementia, disability, or heart disease. Participants will be assigned by chance to receive either atorvastatin (study drug) or a matching placebo (a tablet that looks like atorvastatin but does not contain any medicine). Study engagement may last up to five years and involves in clinic and/or remote visits, survey questions, potential blood draws, in addition to memory and physical tests. After the first 1-2 visits performed in clinic or remote, the study team will follow-up via phone on a yearly basis to see how participants are doing. Participants will be compensated for their time and participation in this research study.

Institution
MUSC Heart and Vascular Institute
Recruitment Contact
Amy Reynolds
(843) 792-8459
reynoamy@musc.edu

Pediatrics Biorepository for Gastroenterology Clinical Research

Date Added
March 7th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00126239
Researcher
Benjamin Kuhn

List of Studies

Keywords
Digestive System, Esophagus, Inflammation
Summary

This proposal is to contribute to data registry and sample bank called Pediatrics Biorepository for Gastroenterology Clinical Research. Samples collected in this study may be used for future research which plan to advance the state of science in the hopes to develop novel diagnostic approaches and identify therapeutic targets.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Benjamin Kuhn
(843) 876-0444
kuhnbe@musc.edu

A Randomized Phase II Trial of Consolidation Therapy Following CD19 CAR T-Cell Treatment for Relapsed/Refractory Large B-Cell Lymphoma or Grade IIIB Follicular Lymphoma

Date Added
March 23rd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00127531
Researcher
Brian Hess

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Keywords
Cancer/Lymphoma
Summary

This is a study for patients with relapsed/refractory large B-cell lymphoma or follicular lymphoma. Patients who have either stable disease or a partial response to CD19 CAR T-Cell therapy may be eligible. The purpose of the study is to compare groups of patients who either receive therapy after CAR T-cells and patients that do not receive further therapy after CAR T-cells.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
HCC Clinical Trials Office
8437929321
hcc-clinical-trials@musc.edu

Pediatrics Biorepository to Support Cardiology Clinical Research

Date Added
April 9th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00124741
Researcher
Eric Graham

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Keywords
Cardiovascular, Heart
Summary

This proposal is to contribute to data registry and sample bank called Pediatrics Biorepository for Cardiology Clinical Research. Samples collected in this study may be used for future research which plan to advance the state of science in the hopes to develop new ways to diagnose and treat children affected with heart conditions.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Eric Graham
843-792-9570
grahamem@musc.edu

A randomized controlled trial of smell training and trigeminal nerve stimulation in the treatment of COVID-related persistent smell loss

Date Added
May 2nd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00127790
Researcher
Bernadette Cortese

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Keywords
Coronavirus, Nervous System, Nose, Psychiatry
Summary

Persistent smell loss that can include diminished or distorted smell function is a common symptom of long COVID syndrome. There are limited treatment options for long COVID-related smell loss. Our study aims to determine the efficacy of two at-home treatments, smell training and non-invasive trigeminal nerve stimulation. This study requires participants to conduct daily at-home treatment sessions, attend three in-person study visits at the MUSC Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and complete electronic questionnaires over the 12-week trial, and again at the six-month timepoint. Participants in this trial may benefit directly with an improvement in sense of smell. However, participation may also help society more generally, as this study will provide new information about long COVID-related smell loss and its treatment.

EEG Substudy:

Long COVID syndrome has been associated with cognitive impairment and may be related to affected emotional regulation. This study will use a electroencephalography (EEG) to examine how the body and brain responses to emotional cues in participants who are currently undergoing treatment for COVID-related smell loss. Participation will aid in the understanding of how emotional processing in long COVID is impacted by treatment for related smell loss.

Blood Analysis Substudy:
Alzheimer's Disease can be precedented by other clinical disorders or neuropsychiatric symptoms. Due to the cognitive deficits that can affect those with Long COVID, this sub study will use a blood sample to investigate if there are blood based biomarkers for Alzheimer's in those who report Long COVID symptoms.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Mary Clare Koebel
843-790-3449
scent-4-longcovid@musc.edu

Impact of stress and craving on return to cannabis use in postpartum women

Date Added
May 2nd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00128029
Researcher
Constance Guille

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Keywords
Drug Studies, Hormones, Non-interventional, Pregnancy, Substance Use, Women's Health
Summary

Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit substance among pregnant and postpartum women, with the postpartum period being a common time for relapse to cannabis. Currently there are no interventions for preventing return to cannabis use during this vulnerable time. The goal of this research is to better understand risk factors such as stress, craving, anxiety, mood, sleep, and hormone levels that may contribute to return to cannabis use during the postpartum period in order to help develop targeted prevention and treatment interventions in the future.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Lisa Nunn
843-792-0476
jenkinli@musc.edu

The Rhythm Evaluation for Anticoagulation with Continuous Monitoring of Atrial Fibrillation

Date Added
May 23rd, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00128438
Researcher
Rachel Kaplan

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Keywords
Cardiovascular
Summary

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).

You may qualify for this study if you have a history of atrial fibrillation (AF) and are currently taking an oral anticoagulant (a blood-thinning medication). You will be randomized to one of two groups: Control Group or Study Intervention Group.

If you are randomized to the Control group, you will be asked to stay on your previously prescribed oral anticoagulant. If you are randomized to the Study Intervention group, you will be asked to take the oral anticoagulant for 30 days only if a prolonged episode of AF is detected on an AF-sensing Apple smartwatch you will be provided.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Kavin Panneerselvam
843-792-0464
panneeer@musc.edu

Confidence Optimization through Resources for Education, Engagement, and Empowerment (CORE) Study

Date Added
June 29th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00128946
Researcher
Erin Forster

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Keywords
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Summary

This research study is being conducted to gather information about patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to better understand their knowledge and preferences about self-help resources and learn how to help patients better manage their disease. Participation in this study will involve signing a research consent form, completing questionnaires, and the opportunity to participate in self-help resources. Some participants may be offered the opportunity to participate in a virtual focus group, as well. Participation in the study will last approximately 3 months.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Zerlinna Teague
843-792-0965
recruitment@musc.edu

Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (IMV) Strategies Domain

Date Added
September 27th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00131378
Researcher
Andrew Goodwin

List of Studies


Keywords
Critical Care
Summary

This study is part of what is called a platform study. This platform study, called the "PRACTICAL" study is designed so that various interventions can be evaluated at the same time against standard therapy. This allows researchers to compare these newer interventions to each other as well as to the established usual practice and helps them explore different ways to potentially improve the management of lung injury. Within the platform study there are various different sub-studies that have their own interventions and procedures. This domain sub-study is the "Mechanical Ventilation Study" and it is a multi-centre, randomized, open-label trial that will evaluate multiple ventilation strategies in comparison to conventional lung-protective ventilation in patients with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF). This domain will enroll perpetually, as interventions are added, continued, or discontinued. Researchers for this study are looking for different types of ventilation strategies (ways that the ventilators control settings can be adjusted) that may be the most helpful for people in their recovery, while also reducing lung damage caused by the ventilator.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Zerlinna Teague
8437920965
recruitment@musc.edu

Comparing Standard of Care Versus a Technology-Based Approach To Reduce Postpartum Emergency Department Visits

Date Added
November 7th, 2023
PRO Number
Pro00130902
Researcher
Constance Guille

List of Studies


Keywords
Mental Health, Minorities, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Post Partum Depression, Pregnancy, Psychiatry, Women's Health
Summary

This study compares the effectiveness of in-person versus virtual delivery of an evidence-based intervention to reduce rates of postpartum emergency department visits. The purpose of the study is to learn if a program for newborn mom's can improve detection of complications after delivery and help women get medical care quickly and easily. Participants will be asked to complete a survey at the time of enrollment and at 4 additional times. All surveys can be completed via cell-phone or email. All women will be followed for 1-year after delivery. Women that enroll will be assigned to one of two groups: usual in person care OR usual in-person care PLUS a text message-based program that will ask about sign and symptoms of complications that may occur after delivery. If there is a concern, a care coordinator will call on the phone to discuss options and help refer to care if needed. Participants will be paid for their time in completing surveys.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Isabella Dubnicka
843-998-5635
hear4mamas@musc.edu



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