Accelerated, Left Prefrontal Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Functional Seizures; An Open-Label Exploration of Feasibility, Tolerability, and Preliminary Efficacy

Date Added
September 2nd, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00144502
Researcher
Mark George

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Keywords
Mental Health, Psychiatry
Summary

As growing research suggests noninvasive brain stimulation techniques have the potential to adjunct current treatments or treat Seizure-Type Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND-seiz), also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES), we aim to evaluate whether a form of accelerated intermittent theta burst transcranial magnetic stimulation (a-iTBS-rTMS), is a practical and well-tolerated treatment for people with this disorder. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate a part of the brain involved in mood and thinking, the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, which has established benefits in disorders known to coincide in patients with FND-seiz, such as depression.

As an open-label, early feasibility study, enrolled participants will receive 6 to 10 treatment sessions each day over 3 to 5 days, with the goal of completing 30 total sessions. This approach was selected because similar protocols have already been shown to be safe and effective in other conditions, and the shortened treatment schedule in comparison to other protocols may make participation easier for people living with FND-seiz. The main goal of the study is to see how many participants can safely and comfortably complete at least 20 of the 30 TMS sessions.

The researchers will also evaluate changes in seizure frequency, quality of life, mood, post-traumatic stress symptoms, physical health, social functioning, and overall satisfaction with treatment. These outcomes will be measured before treatment and again four weeks afterward. The researchers also aim to explore whether people with overlapping conditions, such as depression or PTSD, respond differently to the treatment. Finally, given the overlap between epilepsy and FND-seiz, not all TMS providers are comfortable treating patients with FND-seiz when TMS is indicated for other conditions, thus the researchers aim to outline a protocol to ensure safety and increase TMS access for FND-seiz patients.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Joseph Chasen
(843) 637-1358
chasenj@musc.edu

Use of surgical tissue to characterize immune responses in cancer and inflammatory diseases using multi-omic approaches and patient-derived organoids

Date Added
August 28th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00145021
Researcher
Silvia Guglietta

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Keywords
Cancer/Gastrointestinal
Summary

This research study aims to better understand how the immune system functions in human diseases such as cancer and chronic inflammation. We will collect small amounts of tissue that are already being removed during routine surgeries, such as liver transplants or colorectal cancer resections. These tissues would otherwise be discarded. By studying immune cells and molecules within these samples, our team hopes to uncover how inflammation and immune signaling contribute to disease progression. The ultimate goal is to identify new ways to diagnose, monitor, or treat these conditions in the future. Participation does not involve any extra procedures or risk beyond the surgery already being performed.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Silvia Guglietta
(843) 792-9702
gugliett@musc.edu

A PHASE 1 / 2, RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED STUDY TO EVALUATE THE SAFETY, TOLERABILITY, PHARMACOKINETICS, AND PHARMACODYNAMICS OF SINGLE ESCALATING DOSES OF PF-07868489 IN HEALTHY ADULT PARTICIPANTS AND, ADDITIONALLY, CLINICAL ACTIVITY OF REPEAT DOSES IN PARTICIPANTS WITH PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION

Date Added
August 28th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00144472
Researcher
Rahul Argula

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Keywords
Pulmonary Hypertension
Summary

This study is the first time the drug PF-07868489 will be tested in humans. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body reacts to it. In the first part, healthy adults will receive a single dose to check for any side effects and how the drug moves through the body. In the second part, patients with a specific lung condition called Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) will receive multiple doses to see if the drug helps their condition and to further check its safety and effects.

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

E-Care Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Study

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00145415
Researcher
Sarah Marrison

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Keywords
Cancer/Breast, Women's Health
Summary

We will evaluate the ability of a technology-based intervention E-Care to improve communication of information about breast cancer risk and improve discussion about breast cancer screening in the primary care setting. Women ages 25-75 seen by their primary care clinician are potentially eligible to participate. Study activities include completion of a health questionnaire, reviewing a video on breast cancer screening, completion of a post-visit survey, and potential opportunity for a brief interview.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Mattie Banks
843-876-2926
banksmat@musc.edu

A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Subject and Evaluator Blinded, Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of NTX-001 Compared to Standard of Care (Neurorrhaphy) in the Treatment of Upper Extremity Transected Nerves Requiring Surgical Repair

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00145325
Researcher
Charles Daly

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Keywords
Nerve, Surgery
Summary

The study is a 48-week clinical study to compare study medication NTX-001 used intraoperatively to promote nerve regeneration compared to the standard of care on surgery for acute nerve damage in the hand on subjects between the ages of 18 to 80 years old. Subjects who present with sever nerve damage of the hand and need surgery to repair the nerve damage within 48 hours of injury. After surgery, subjects will complete 12 total study visits: 6 in person and 6 additional telehealth visits. During the in-person clinic visits, subjects will be assessed by physical examinations, vital signs, safety laboratory assessment and complete questionnaires. Subjects with motor/mixed motor injury will also complete an EMG and NCV assessments with an Occupational Therapist at 2 of the in-person visits. During the telehealth visits, subjects will complete questionnaires.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Lisa Mock
843-876-2211
mockl@musc.edu

SPECIMEN COLLECTION FROM PARTICIPANTS DUE FOR COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING, SURVEILLANCE, OR TREATMENT: "IMPACT"

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00143588
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

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Keywords
Cancer, Cancer/Gastrointestinal
Summary

The purpose of the study is to help to develop a new test that may help with early colorectal cancer detection. This will be done by collecting a blood sample, a stool sample, and other sample types, and comparing the results to hopefully identify a biomarker that can detect cancer more easily than current standards.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

SPECIMEN COLLECTION FROM PARTICIPANTS DUE FOR COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING, SURVEILLANCE, OR TREATMENT: "IMPACT"

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00143588
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer, Cancer/Gastrointestinal
Summary

The purpose of the study is to help to develop a new test that may help with early colorectal cancer detection. This will be done by collecting a blood sample, a stool sample, and other sample types, and comparing the results to hopefully identify a biomarker that can detect cancer more easily than current standards.

Institution
MUSC Health Florence Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

SPECIMEN COLLECTION FROM PARTICIPANTS DUE FOR COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING, SURVEILLANCE, OR TREATMENT: "IMPACT"

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00143588
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer, Cancer/Gastrointestinal
Summary

The purpose of the study is to help to develop a new test that may help with early colorectal cancer detection. This will be done by collecting a blood sample, a stool sample, and other sample types, and comparing the results to hopefully identify a biomarker that can detect cancer more easily than current standards.

Institution
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

SPECIMEN COLLECTION FROM PARTICIPANTS DUE FOR COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING, SURVEILLANCE, OR TREATMENT: "IMPACT"

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00143588
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer, Cancer/Gastrointestinal
Summary

The purpose of the study is to help to develop a new test that may help with early colorectal cancer detection. This will be done by collecting a blood sample, a stool sample, and other sample types, and comparing the results to hopefully identify a biomarker that can detect cancer more easily than current standards.

Institution
MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

Quantification of phosphorylated alpha-synuclein in patients with Parkinson's disease and REM sleep behavior disorder (Syn-Q)

Date Added
August 27th, 2025
PRO Number
Pro00143143
Researcher
Christine Cooper

List of Studies


Keywords
Parkinsons
Summary

This study aims to study the natural progression of P-SYN quantification by conducting skin biopsies in patients with Parkinson's Disease (PD) and REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD). Participation will be over an 18-month period and will include skin biopsies and clinical examinations every six months. Subjects will be male or female between the ages of 50-100 and have a diagnosis of PD or RBD.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Sandra Wilson
8437924616
MovementResearch@musc.edu



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