Establishing Normative Reference Values for Pressure and Impedance-Derived Swallow Metrics for High-Resolution Pharyngeal Manometry

Date Added
July 9th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00136546
Researcher
Ashli O'Rourke

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Keywords
Healthy Volunteer Studies
Summary

The purpose of this research study is to establish normal reference values for metrics used during high-resolution pharyngeal manometry (HRPM). HRPM is a test that measures pressures in the pharynx (throat) during swallowing. In this study, healthy adults who do not have a swallowing problem will undergo a single procedure that involves placing a small catheter in the nose and pharynx to measure pressure while swallowing liquids and foods. A single, one-hour visit is required for study participation. The HRPM procedure will take approximately 10 minutes. Participants will be compensated for their time and effort.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Kate Davidson
(843) 410-9682
vscresearch@musc.edu

Rapid Onsite Cytopathologic Evaluation for Improved Molecular Marker Testing via Endobronchial Ultrasound Bronchoscopy - A Randomized Controlled Trial

Date Added
July 3rd, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00128969
Researcher
Christopher Gilbert

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Keywords
Cancer, Cancer/Lung, Lung
Summary

In this study, all eligible study participants will have a clinically indicated reason to undergo a bronchoscopy procedure, using a EBUS-TBNA scope, before enrolling in the study. EBUS-TBNA stands for "endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration" which is a procedure to collect lymph node tissue from within the lungs by inserting a flexible tube-like camera through the mouth, then down into the lungs.

After providing consent to participate in this study, each subject will be randomly assigned (by chance, like the flip of a coin) to either have or not have a cytopathology technologist (person who looks at samples under a microscope) in the room during your bronchoscopy, and then randomly assigned again (by chance, like the flip of a coin) to either have your tissue specimen prepared with clot or liquid preparation. Clot preparation is placing the tissue biopsy in a gel prior to being viewed under a microscope, whereas liquid preparation is placing the tissue biopsy in a liquid prior to being viewed under a microscope.

It is important to note that, by participating in this study, subjects will still receive the standard of care with a proven track record for obtaining lymph node tissue.

The reason for this research study is to determine whether rapid on-site cytopathologic evaluation, or the clot based method, can increase the chances of gathering adequate tissue for Next Generation Sequencing. Next generation sequencing is a test which detects molecular markers from tissue, or blood, samples and can provide possible treatment options for specific forms of lung cancer.

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

Combining rTMS & aerobic exercise to treat depression and improve post-stroke walking (RESTORATION)

Date Added
July 2nd, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00137804
Researcher
Chris Gregory

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Keywords
Depression, Rehabilitation Studies, Stroke Recovery
Summary

We will determine if aerobic exercise (AEx) and/or repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) are effective in treating symptoms of depression following stroke. This project is based on the idea that depression negatively affects the brain so that it doesn't change in the same way following treatment, the result being less effective recovery. We believe that effective treatment for depression will help improve how the brain in people with depression responds to other types of treatment. That is, effectively treating depression will enable individuals to better recover other forms of function following their stroke.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Alyssa Chesnutt
843-792-8171
hydar@musc.edu

Investigating the direct brain effects of activating the auricular branch of the vagus nerve from the cymba concha or mastoid process: a sham-controlled fMRI study

Date Added
July 2nd, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00137424
Researcher
Xiaolong Peng

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Keywords
Healthy Volunteer Studies
Summary

The purpose of this study is to explore whether stimulating different outer parts of the ear using a non-invasive form of ear stimulation called transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) will create different brain activation images. We will recruit 24 healthy participants. The ear stimulation will be delivered while taking brain images using a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Falon Sutton
843-792-9502
suttonf@musc.edu

Randomized Phase II/III Trial of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Versus Elective Neck Dissection for Early-Stage Oral Cavity Cancer

Date Added
July 1st, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00136775
Researcher
Evan Graboyes

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Keywords
Cancer/Head & Neck, Men's Health, Surgery, Women's Health
Summary

This phase II/III study purpose is to see if neck and shoulder function and pain are better after sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy surgery compared to the usual approach and to see if SLN biopsy surgery is as good as the usual approach in extending your time without cancer. If decided to participate in this study participants will go through a pre-treatment period to determine if they are eligible for the study including a PET/CT scan to determine if their cancer has spread. They will also receive a quality of life questionnaire to determine their physical well-being. Participants will complete these questionnaires 5 times: before surgery; at 3 weeks after surgery; and at 3, 6 and 12 months after surgery. If their cancer has not spread participants will be randomized to receive SLN or the SOC Elective Neck Dissection (END) to remove their cancer/lymph nodes during the treatment period. Following treatment, participants will enter the follow-up period and the study doctor will continue to follow participates condition and watch for side effects of the surgery. Participants will visit in the clinic at 3 weeks after surgery, then every 3 months for the first year, then every 4 months for the second year, then every 6 months for the third year, then yearly for their lifetime. The study duration for the phase II portion is about 37 months (~3.1 years) and around 132 months (11 years) for the phase III portion. The main risk associated with this study are leakage of lymph fluid called "chyle" into the neck, nerve injury and shoulder movement problems, swallowing difficulty, lung infection, and bleeding. There is evidence that the SLN biopsy technique causes less shoulder and neck movement problems and pain, and is effective in removing your cancer. It is not possible to know now if the SLN biopsy approach will be as good at extending your time without disease compared to the usual END approach. This study will help the study doctors learn things that will help people in the future.

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

A Phase 3 Study of Safety and Efficacy of AMX0035 in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (ORION)

Date Added
June 28th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00134570
Researcher
Federico Rodriguez-Porcel

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Keywords
Movement Disorders
Summary

This study is intended to determine the efficacy and safety of the study drug AMX0035 in people living with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Participants will between the ages of 40 and 80 and will be randomized to receive AMX0035 or placebo. Study participation will last 52 weeks with 7 visits to the clinic. After study participation ends, there is the option for the participant to continue into the open-label extension period where they would receive AMX0035 for another 56 weeks.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Sandra Wilson
843-792-4616
wilsosan@musc.edu

A Phase 3, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Event-Driven Study to Investigate the Effect of Retatrutide on the Incidence of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events and the Decline in Kidney Function in Participants with Body Mass Index ≥ 27 kg/m2 and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease and/or Chronic Kidney Disease

Date Added
June 25th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00136763
Researcher
Sheldon Litwin

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Keywords
Cardiovascular, Kidney, Obesity, Stroke Recovery
Summary

Individuals with obesity and a history of heart or kidney-related disease will be eligible for participation. Study participants will have a 50:50 chance to be randomly assigned to either the treatment (retatrutide) or control (placebo) group. Retatrutide is currently considered an investigational medication as it has not been approved by the FDA for the treatment of obesity or any other medical condition at this time. Study participation will last approximately 5 years and begin with a screening period to ensure correct patient selection. Research clinic visits will occur every 4 weeks initially and then every 12 weeks. Some visits may be completed virtually through telehealth or by phone. Study procedures include but are not limited to: blood draws, questionnaires, self injection of study medication, medical history review, vital signs, and electrocardiogram. The medication will be injected subcutaneously once a week. The medication's purpose is to facilitate weight loss and decrease a subject's risk for heart or kidney related disease progression or events.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Elhaam Borhanian
843-792-5873
borhania@musc.edu

A MULTICENTER, RANDOMIZED, PARALLEL-GROUP, DOUBLE-BLIND, ACTIVE-CONTROLLED STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF BIMEKIZUMAB COMPARED TO USTEKINUMAB IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS FROM 6 YEARS TO LESS THAN 18 YEARS OF AGE WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE PLAQUE PSORIASIS

Date Added
June 24th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00136667
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

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Keywords
Adolescents, Skin
Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of bimekizumab compared to active control (ustekinumab) in children and adolescents (from 6 to <18 years of age) with moderate to severe plaque PSO. This study will consist of the following periods:
• Screening Period: up to 5 weeks
• Initial Treatment Period: 16 weeks
• Maintenance Period: 32 weeks
• OLE Period: 104 weeks
• SFU Period: 20 weeks after final dose of IMP
After the Screening Period of up to 5 weeks, eligible study participants will be randomized in a 2:1 ratio of bimekizumab to ustekinumab. Study participants will participate in a 16-week double-blinded Initial Treatment Period and continue into a 32-week double-blinded Maintenance Period. After completion of the Maintenance Period, study participants will be offered the opportunity to continue in a 104-week open label extension period and receive bimekizumab.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Kennedy McLeod
(843) 792-4091
mcleodke@musc.edu

A Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Pegozafermin in Subjects with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and Fibrosis

Date Added
June 24th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00134737
Researcher
Don Rockey

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Keywords
Drug Studies, Hepatology, Liver
Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of pegozafermin compared to placebo to see how well pegozafermin might improve liver fibrosis after 52 weeks.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Bridgette Blankenship
8438768439
blanke@musc.edu

(SUMMIT) A MULTI-PART, RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED PHASE 2 CLINICAL STUDY OF THE SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF CGT9486 IN SUBJECTS WITH NONADVANCED SYSTEMIC MASTOCYTOSIS

Date Added
June 21st, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00136659
Researcher
Kelli Williams

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Keywords
Blood Disorders, Cancer, Immune System
Summary

The purpose of this study is determine the optimal dose, efficacy and safety of an investigational drug (a new drug not yet approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) in adults with Nonadvanced Systemic Mastocytosis. The investigational drug is known as bezuclastinib and will be taken daily orally. Participation in the study is expected to be approximately 3 years.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Natalie Naylon
8437925824
naylon@musc.edu



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