Phase 3 Double-blind Multicenter Randomized Active-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Bictegravir/Lenacapavir Versus Biktarvy (Bictegravir/Emtricitabine/Tenofovir Alafenamide) in Virologically Suppressed People With HIV-1

Date Added
June 5th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00136188
Researcher
Eric Meissner

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Keywords
HIV / AIDS
Summary

This study is for adults with HIV who are currently being treated with Biktarvy® (bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide [B/F/TAF]). The purpose of the research is to compare the effectiveness of B/F/TAF and the investigational once-daily medication Bictegravir/Lenacapavir (BIC/LEN). Participants will either continue taking B/F/TAF or switch to BIC/LEN for at least 48 weeks. The study will also look at the long-term effectiveness of BIC/LEN. Participants will be given the option of participating in an open-label phase of the study (where both the provider and participant know which drug they are on) where all participants receive BIC/LEN.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Jamila Williams
(843) 792-1088
keithja@musc.edu

Development of At-Home Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Post-Stroke Rehabilitation

Date Added
June 4th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00137256
Researcher
Bashar Badran

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Keywords
Stroke Recovery
Summary

Early evidence suggests the benefits of post-stroke motor rehabilitation may be enhanced by applying electrical stimulation to the ear. This study aims to test the new approach of pairing ear stimulation with motor rehabilitation in the home setting in stroke survivors with upper limb motor function deficits.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Brenna Baker-Vogel
843-792-9502
bakebren@musc.edu

Investigate the anti-pain effect of taVNS in patients with chronic post-stroke upper extremity pain

Date Added
June 4th, 2024
PRO Number
Pro00137146
Researcher
Xiaolong Peng

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Keywords
Pain, Stroke
Summary

The purpose of this study is to explore whether a non-invasive form of ear stimulation called transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) can change the way you perceive pain. We will recruit up to 20 participants with chronic post-stroke upper extremity pain. The goal is to determine if there is a pain reduction after ear stimulation.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Brenna Baker-Vogel
843-792-3950
bakebren@musc.edu