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Researchers are assessing the safety and effects of Ritlecitinib, a study medicine, for treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a condition causing long-lasting, painful red skin lumps. This phase 2 study focuses on adults with moderate to severe HS who have not responded well to or cannot tolerate antibiotics. The goal is to compare experiences and outcomes between those receiving Ritlecitinib and those receiving a placebo. Participants will be randomly assigned to take either Ritlecitinib or a placebo pill once daily at home. The treatment involves an initial loading dose of Ritlecitinib for 8 weeks, followed by an 8-week maintenance dose, totaling 16 weeks of treatment. The placebo group will receive a matching pill with no active medicine. Over approximately 24 weeks, including screening and follow-up, participants will attend around 10 clinic visits for health evaluations, including physical exams, blood and urine tests, vital signs, chest X-rays, ECGs, hearing tests, and questionnaires. They will also track their medication intake and HS symptoms daily using an electronic diary on a mobile phone. The study will measure how many patients achieve at least a 50% improvement in HS symptoms by week 16 to evaluate treatment response and safety.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab as first-line treatments for patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) whose tumors have high PD-L1 expression. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, and global study focuses on participants with stage IV mNSCLC who do not have certain genetic mutations or rearrangements and are eligible for systemic therapy. Participants receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab intravenously on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle. The study compares these two biological treatments given as monotherapy. Both groups will be monitored over time to assess treatment impact and safety. Throughout the study, participants undergo evaluations including tumor measurements by CT or MRI, performance status assessments, and organ function tests. Researchers will measure overall survival and progression-free survival for up to approximately five years. Tumor samples are collected before treatment for central testing, and participants’ health and treatment responses are closely followed during the trial period.

Researchers are conducting a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2b study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of GIA632 in adults aged 18 years and older with non-segmental vitiligo (NSV). The study aims to find the best dose of GIA632 for further testing in a Phase 3 program. Participants must have a confirmed diagnosis of NSV with specific body surface area and Facial Vitiligo Area Scoring Index (F-VASI) scores. Participants will receive either GIA632 or a placebo during a 48-week core treatment period. This period is designed to establish the dose-response relationship and compare the effects of GIA632 with placebo. After this, there will be an extension phase to assess the longer-term safety and efficacy of the treatment. During the study, participants will be monitored for changes in their facial vitiligo through F-VASI scores from baseline to week 24. Researchers will also observe overall safety and treatment effects throughout the 48 weeks and the extension period. Participants will complete study-related questionnaires and follow study procedures to support the research assessments.

Researchers are evaluating AZD0780, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, in a phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled study to see if it can reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE-PLUS) in adults with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) or those at high risk for a first ASCVD event. The study compares AZD0780 to a placebo and monitors participants from randomization until the primary analysis censoring date, followed by a final study closure visit. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either oral AZD0780 or an oral placebo once daily. The treatment period lasts until the primary analysis censoring date, after which a study closure visit will occur. The study is event-driven and designed to assess the time to the first major cardiovascular event during treatment. During the study, participants will be closely monitored with various assessments to evaluate cardiovascular outcomes and safety over approximately 54 months. Researchers will track the time to first event of any component of MACE-PLUS and collect data to assess the effect of AZD0780 compared to placebo. The study includes regular visits and evaluations to ensure participant safety and adherence to treatment.

Researchers are evaluating two types of radiation treatments for women with small, node-negative breast cancer (3 cm or smaller) after breast-conserving surgery. The study aims to find out if partial breast irradiation (PBI) given once a day over one week is not worse than whole breast irradiation (WBI) in preventing cancer from coming back locally and if it leads to better cosmetic outcomes as assessed by patients three years after treatment. This is a phase 3 randomized trial focusing on the comparison of these two radiation approaches. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either PBI or WBI. Both treatments deliver a total radiation dose of 26 Gy divided into 5 daily sessions over 5 to 7 days (up to 8 days allowed due to holidays). The radiation is carefully targeted to the appropriate breast area, and the study is single-blinded so that patients do not know which treatment they receive to avoid bias in cosmetic assessments. Treatment planning includes using CT imaging and surgical markers for accurate delivery. During the study, participants will be monitored annually for five years to check for local cancer recurrence. Cosmetic outcomes will be assessed by patients themselves at three and five years post-treatment. Other evaluations include tumor characteristics and receptor status, and treatment safety will be observed. The total participation involves follow-up over several years to understand long-term effects of the treatments.

Researchers are evaluating ziltivekimab as a treatment for people living with heart failure and inflammation. This Phase 3 study compares ziltivekimab to a placebo in participants with heart failure who have mild to preserved ejection fraction and systemic inflammation. The study aims to assess the effect of ziltivekimab on cardiovascular death, heart failure hospitalization, or urgent heart failure visits over a period of up to 4 years. Participants will receive monthly injections of either ziltivekimab or a placebo using a pre-filled syringe or a pen-injector. The study medication is administered subcutaneously once a month for up to 4 years. The trial includes up to 20 clinic visits during which participants will be monitored and assessed. During the study, participants will use a study app on their phone to record all injections and complete questionnaires. Researchers will monitor participants for key outcomes like cardiovascular events and heart failure episodes from the time of randomization until the end of the study. Safety and health status will be regularly evaluated throughout the study period, which may last up to 48 months.

Researchers are evaluating how well LY4005130 works in adults with severe alopecia areata, a condition causing significant hair loss. This Phase 2 study compares LY4005130 with a placebo to assess its effectiveness, safety, and side effects. Blood tests will be conducted to understand how the body processes the drug and how the drug affects the body. The study drug, LY4005130, and placebo are both given intravenously into a vein in the arm. The treatment period includes administration of these study drugs under controlled conditions. The study lasts about 48 weeks in total, which includes a screening period before treatment. Participants will be involved in various assessments such as blood tests and evaluations of hair loss severity using the Severity of Alopecia Tool (SALT). The main outcome measured is the percentage of participants who achieve a SALT score of 20 or less by week 24. Safety and tolerability will be monitored throughout the study, with follow-up visits scheduled during the 48-week period.

Researchers are evaluating sacituzumab tirumotecan alone and combined with pembrolizumab compared to the treatment chosen by a physician for people with hormone receptor positive/human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 negative (HR+/HER2-) breast cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread to other parts of the body. This study focuses on participants whose cancer has progressed despite prior endocrine therapy, including treatment with a CDK4/6 inhibitor. The main goal is to see if these treatments improve progression-free survival, which means the length of time the cancer does not worsen, over up to approximately 38 months. Participants receive sacituzumab tirumotecan as an intravenous infusion, either alone or combined with intravenous pembrolizumab. The comparison group receives the treatment of physician's choice, which may include intravenous paclitaxel, nab-paclitaxel, liposomal doxorubicin, or oral capecitabine. The study is open-label and randomized, meaning participants are assigned to different treatment groups openly. Treatments are administered according to the study protocols, with ongoing monitoring during the treatment period. Throughout the study, participants are monitored regularly to assess their cancer status and overall health. This includes evaluations by blinded independent central review using RECIST 1.1 criteria to measure tumor progression. Researchers also assess safety, organ function, and performance status. The total participation time may last up to around 38 months to track progression-free survival and other outcomes. Careful monitoring helps ensure participant safety and collects data on treatment effectiveness and side effects.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of the ABC Bicuspid Sizing Algorithm on clinical outcomes for patients with bicuspid aortic stenosis undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) using the Sapien 3 valve. This study aims to determine whether the algorithm improves technical success immediately after the procedure and device success 30 days post-procedure. It is a multi-center, international, prospective cohort study enrolling about 290 patients eligible for TAVR or surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR). The ABC Bicuspid Sizing Algorithm helps doctors assess CT scans to guide decisions on whether patients should receive TAVR or SAVR and to select the appropriate valve size for TAVR patients. In some cases, gated CT scans or artificial intelligence-based simulations are used for further evaluation. Physicians consider these findings along with other clinical factors to decide on the final treatment and valve deployment. About 230 patients are expected to undergo TAVR using the Sapien 3 valve. Participants will have data collected at several points: before the procedure, during the procedure, at hospital discharge, and at 30 days and one year after the procedure for TAVR patients. SAVR patients will have data collected only at baseline and during their procedure. The main outcome measured is the proportion of cases achieving technical success immediately after the procedure. The study includes sites across Canada, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a skin condition causing deep, painful bumps that appear where skin rubs together. These bumps can swell, become red, and sometimes fill with pus, turning into abscesses that may burst. Over time, HS can lead to scars and tunnels on or under the skin. This study aims to evaluate how safe and effective the drug zasocitinib is for adults with moderate to severe HS, comparing it to a placebo in a Phase 2 trial. Participants will receive either zasocitinib or a placebo capsule daily for 16 weeks. The placebo looks the same but contains no medicine. After this initial 4-month period, all participants, including those who first received placebo, will be offered zasocitinib for up to an additional 8 months. Throughout the study, participants will visit the clinic 12 times for treatment and monitoring. During the visits, researchers will assess treatment response, including the percentage of participants achieving a 75% reduction in HS signs at week 16. They will also monitor safety and tolerance of the medication. Participants will undergo various evaluations such as physical exams, lab tests, and questionnaires to track disease progress and side effects. The study includes careful follow-up to ensure participant safety and to gather detailed information on the drug's effects over the total study duration of up to 12 months.