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Researchers are evaluating efimosfermin alfa in adults with biopsy-confirmed metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis MASH and stage F2 or F3 liver fibrosis. The study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of efimosfermin alfa compared to a placebo in resolving steatohepatitis and improving liver-related clinical outcomes. This Phase 3 trial is randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, focusing on participants with specific liver conditions and metabolic syndrome components. Participants are assigned to one of three groups two groups receive different dose levels of efimosfermin alfa, while the third group receives a placebo. Treatments are given under controlled conditions, and the study follows a parallel design. The trial monitors participants at set intervals over a course of 52 weeks, with some outcomes tracked up to 48 months to evaluate long-term effects on liver fibrosis and steatohepatitis. During the study, participants undergo liver biopsies to confirm diagnosis and assess changes. Researchers evaluate improvements in fibrosis stage, steatohepatitis resolution, and various liver function measurements using imaging and blood tests. Safety is monitored by tracking adverse events and laboratory abnormalities. Quality of life and other health indicators are also assessed throughout the study, which lasts several years to capture both short- and long-term outcomes.

Researchers are evaluating efruxifermin EFX in a phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study involving adults with compensated cirrhosis caused by NASH Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis or MASH Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis. This study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of EFX in preventing significant clinical events such as disease progression and liver decompensation over a period of up to 5 years. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either efruxifermin 50 mg or a placebo, both given by subcutaneous injection. The study includes two cohorts one with biopsy-proven compensated cirrhosis and specific metabolic scores, and another with biopsy-proven or non-invasive diagnosis of compensated cirrhosis. The study treatment and monitoring extend up to 5 years, with evaluations at 96 weeks and long-term follow-up to track liver fibrosis, markers of liver injury, insulin sensitivity, glycemic control, body weight, and safety outcomes. During the trial, participants undergo regular assessments including laboratory tests, ECGs, ultrasounds, and vital sign monitoring. Researchers will measure changes in liver fibrosis, steatohepatitis resolution, and metabolic markers throughout the study. Safety and tolerability are closely tracked by documenting adverse events and exposure duration. The study duration allows for long-term observation of treatment effects and disease progression, with participant involvement lasting up to 5 years.

Researchers are evaluating efruxifermin EFX in adults with non-cirrhotic nonalcoholic steatohepatitis NASH or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis MASH who have liver fibrosis stage 2 or 3. This Phase 3, multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aims to assess the safety and efficacy of EFX compared with placebo. The trial includes about 1,650 participants divided into two cohorts based on liver biopsy characteristics and fibrosis stage. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups EFX 28 mg, EFX 50 mg, or placebo, each given as a weekly subcutaneous injection. Cohort 1 will be evaluated over 52 weeks for histologic efficacy endpoints, while Cohort 2 will have assessments over 96 weeks. After these periods, participants may continue long-term treatment and clinical follow-up for up to approximately 240 weeks total. A follow-up visit will occur about 30 days after the last dose. During the study, participants will undergo liver biopsies, blood tests, and non-invasive assessments such as FibroScan and Enhanced Liver Fibrosis ELF score to monitor liver health and fibrosis. Researchers will track liver-related clinical outcomes, including liver events and survival, as well as safety and tolerability of the treatment. Participants who stop the study drug may still continue with scheduled assessments to support long-term safety and efficacy evaluations.

Researchers are investigating the efficacy and safety of duvakitug in people with moderately to severely active Crohns Disease in a multinational, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 3 study. The trial includes three sub-studies aiming to evaluate duvakitugs effects compared to placebo during induction treatment phases, focusing on clinical remission and endoscopic response at 12 weeks. Participants receive subcutaneous injections of duvakitug or placebo following the study protocol. The study duration can be up to 35 weeks, including a screening period of up to 5 weeks, followed by a 12-week induction phase in either Sub-Study 1 open-label, Sub-Study 2 pivotal induction, or Sub-Study 3 extended induction for non-responders. A 6-week follow-up period applies to participants not entering the maintenance study. Throughout the trial, participants undergo scheduled visits for assessments including clinical remission based on Crohns Disease Activity Index and endoscopic scores. Safety is monitored with reports of adverse events and serum drug levels. Up to 8 to 15 visits are planned depending on the sub-study, with follow-up continuing for 45 days after the last dose for those not moving to maintenance treatment.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of duvakitug, a drug given by subcutaneous injection, in people with moderately to severely active Ulcerative Colitis UC. This Phase 3 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study includes participants aged 16 to 80 years and aims to assess clinical remission and other health improvements over a series of treatment periods. The study lasts up to 35 weeks and includes a screening period followed by three possible sub-studies a 12-week open-label induction, a 12-week pivotal induction, and a 12-week extended induction for those who do not respond initially. Participants receive injections of either duvakitug at one of two doses or placebo according to the study protocol, with up to 15 visits scheduled for those in extended induction. During the study, participants will undergo assessments including clinical remission rates at week 12, endoscopic and histological improvements, symptom tracking, quality of life questionnaires, and safety monitoring for adverse events. Follow-up visits occur up to 45 days after the last dose for those not continuing in the maintenance study. Researchers will also measure drug levels and immune responses over the study period to better understand treatment effects.

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic condition causing swelling and sores in the large intestine. This trial evaluates whether a small device placed under the skin, which sends mild signals to a nerve near the tailbone, can help reduce bowel urgency in adults aged 18 to 85 with ulcerative colitis. The study aims to measure improvement in bowel urgency over 12 weeks using a standard rating scale. All participants receive the investigational neuromodulation device during a same-day procedure. There is no placebo group. After implantation, study visits and monitoring continue for 12 months to assess ongoing effects and safety. Participants will attend scheduled visits for assessments and follow-up over the course of the year. Researchers will evaluate bowel urgency and device operation, ensuring participants can use the patient programmer. Safety and effectiveness data will be collected throughout the study period.

Researchers are studying lebrikizumab, a drug already approved for treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis AD, to see if it leads to long-term skin improvement. This phase IV, non-randomized, open-label trial collects health information, blood, and skin samples to better understand how the drug works on AD. The study is led by Johann E Gudjonsson MD PhD and involves patients with active AD affecting more than 10% of their body surface area. Participants will receive lebrikizumab starting with a 500 mg loading dose given under the skin at the beginning and at week 2, followed by 250 mg every two weeks until week 24. After week 24, those showing significant improvement continue treatment every four weeks until week 60, while others stop the treatment. Patients with sustained low disease activity after week 36 will also stop the drug. The study lasts 60 weeks and involves multiple sites in the United States and Europe. During the study, participants will attend regular visits for clinical assessments including skin evaluations using standard scales like Eczema Area and Severity Index EASI and Investigator Global Assessment IGA. Researchers will monitor skin barrier function, molecular responses, and itch severity using the Peak Pruritus Numerical Rating Scale. Blood and skin samples will be collected to analyze changes at the molecular level. The main outcome is the degree of normalization of gene and epigenetic profiles up to week 60. Safety and adherence to treatment will be tracked throughout the study period.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of LY4268989 compared to a placebo in adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis UC. The study focuses on participants with a diagnosis of UC for at least 3 months, confirmed by specific clinical and endoscopic criteria. This Phase 2 trial aims to better understand how LY4268989 may impact clinical remission and response in this patient group over a long-term period. Participants will receive either one of two doses of LY4268989 or a placebo, all administered orally. The study is randomized and double-blind, meaning neither participants nor researchers know who receives the active drug or placebo. The treatment period lasts up to approximately 108 weeks, excluding the screening phase, allowing for assessment of the drug over an extended time. During the study, participants will undergo regular evaluations including clinical assessments using the Modified Mayo Score to measure remission and response at multiple time points, including weeks 10 and 52. Researchers will also monitor symptomatic response and measure plasma concentrations of LY4268989. Safety and effectiveness will be tracked through these clinical and laboratory tests to understand the drugs impact on UC over the study duration.

Researchers are comparing the rates of surgical and minimally invasive interventions, as well as any harms, in Medicare beneficiaries treated with the MILD procedure versus those treated with interspinous process decompression IPD for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication. This observational study uses Medicare claims data to follow patients for 24 months after their initial procedure starting from January 1, 2017. The purpose is to evaluate outcomes between these two types of procedures without requiring prior patient enrollment or consent. The study includes two groups patients who received MILD, which is a percutaneous image-guided lumbar decompression performed under fluoroscopic guidance through a dorsal approach to the spine, and patients who received IPD, a different device-based decompression procedure. Data on reoperations and complications will be collected for both groups over a 24-month follow-up period using Medicare claims. Enrollment continues until the sponsor decides to stop. Participants involvement is passive as the study uses existing Medicare claims data. Researchers will monitor rates of harms related to the initial procedure and subsequent surgical or minimally invasive interventions over two years. No direct patient visits or interventions are conducted, and the study is exempt from institutional review board oversight. The total study duration extends to December 2026, covering cases treated since early 2017.

Researchers are evaluating the HiDO-ALZ device to improve medication compliance and health outcomes in people living with dementia who need to take daily medications. This Phase II study aims to test the functionality of this automated, AI-driven medication delivery and observation platform. The device is designed to help people with dementia manage complex medication schedules, reduce caregiver burden, and support aging in place by securely dispensing medication and monitoring adherence through facial recognition and video observation. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups the intervention group will use the HiDO HomeCare System HCS, which dispenses medication and verifies intake using facial recognition cameras, while the control group will continue with their standard medication management without the device. The HiDO-ALZ system provides caregivers with real-time access to medication adherence data via a web dashboard, including video logs and dose administration times. During the study, participants will be assessed at baseline and followed for 12 months with evaluations including cognitive testing such as the Alzheimers Disease Assessment Scale-Cognitive Subscale ADAS-Cog and Everyday Cognition ECog scores at multiple timepoints. Researchers will monitor medication adherence, health outcomes, and device functionality. Participants and their study partners will complete surveys, and home visits will be conducted for device installation and support. The total participation duration is 12 months with regular assessments throughout.