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The trial investigates the use of EscharEx, a proteolytic enzyme gel, compared to a placebo gel in treating venous leg ulcers VLU in adults. The goal is to evaluate how well EscharEx works and how safe it is for removing dead tissue debridement and preparing the wound bed for healing. This study involves adult patients who have VLUs with specific size and duration criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either EscharEx EX-03 5% formulation or a placebo gel. The treatment involves applying a gel made by mixing a sterile powder with water to the wound area. The study lasts up to 29 weeks and includes several phases a screening period, up to 8 daily visits for debridement within 2 weeks, weekly wound management visits for up to 12 weeks including wound closure confirmation, and monthly visits over 12 weeks to monitor wound closure durability. During the study, patients will undergo regular clinical assessments of the wound, including visual checks for complete debridement and wound closure, as well as evaluations of healthy tissue growth. The study measures the time taken for complete wound closure and the presence of healthy tissue. Safety and wound healing progress are closely monitored throughout the treatment and follow-up periods, ensuring adherence to the protocol and proper wound management.

Researchers are evaluating whether retatrutide and tirzepatide can prevent major adverse liver outcomes in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease MASLD who are at high risk based on non-invasive tests. This Phase 3 randomized controlled trial aims to assess these treatments compared to placebo in about 4,500 adults over approximately 224 weeks. The study is sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company and focuses on liver disease progression and related health measures. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive retatrutide, tirzepatide, or placebo, all administered by subcutaneous injection. The trial includes two placebo groups corresponding to each experimental drug. After completing the main study, eligible participants may join a 2-year extension where all will receive either retatrutide or tirzepatide regardless of their initial assignment. During the study, participants may attend around 25 to 30 clinic visits for health monitoring, study procedures, and assessments of liver function and disease status. Researchers will measure the time to major adverse liver outcomes, changes in liver fibrosis scores, liver stiffness, liver fat content, liver enzyme levels, body weight, and cardiovascular events. Monitoring will continue from baseline through study completion, with detailed evaluations at multiple timepoints including week 104.

Researchers are evaluating NEU-411 in adults aged 40 to 80 years who have early Parkinsons Disease PD with elevated activity in the LRRK2 pathway, identified through a genetic test. This Phase 2 study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of NEU-411, a selective brain-penetrant inhibitor of LRRK2, compared to placebo in participants with LRRK2-driven PD. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either NEU-411 at 30 mg once daily or a matching placebo for a 52-week treatment period. After this phase, participants may join an open-label extension to receive NEU-411 treatment for an additional 26 weeks. The study evaluates treatment effects on PD symptoms and adverse events. During the study, participants will undergo assessments including the Roche digital biomarker score using a Parkinsons Disease application and the Movement Disorder Societys Unified Parkinsons Disease Rating Scale. Safety monitoring includes tracking treatment-emergent and serious adverse events, with a follow-up visit scheduled within two weeks after treatment ends. Total study participation may extend up to 78 weeks including the extension phase.

Researchers are evaluating the use of pemigatinib for adults with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer that has spread locally or to distant parts of the body. This study focuses on patients whose cancer has specific abnormal changes in the FGFR gene, which can promote cancer growth. The goal is to see if pemigatinib can block these abnormal genes to stop tumor growth and improve quality of life. Participants take pemigatinib orally once daily for 14 days in each 21-day cycle, continuing as long as the cancer does not worsen or side effects are manageable. During the study, patients undergo blood tests, CT andor MRI scans, and optical coherence tomography OCT. Additional scans like whole body bone scans and eye exams may be performed if needed. After treatment, patients are followed up 30 days later and then every 4 months for one year. Throughout the study, researchers assess tumor response using imaging and blood tests, including monitoring cell-free DNA to track response and resistance. They measure overall response rate up to 24 months and evaluate progression-free survival, disease control, overall survival, and side effects up to 12 months. Safety and tolerability are closely monitored, and patients overall health and treatment effects are regularly checked to understand the impact of pemigatinib.

Researchers are evaluating the clinical outcomes of treating Diabetic Foot Ulcers DFUs with a weekly application of Xcell Amnio MatrixTM XAM alongside standard care, compared to standard care alone. The study aims to find out how many participants achieve complete wound closure during a 12-week treatment phase. Participants will be adults over 18 years old with chronic non-healing DFUs that meet specific criteria related to ulcer size, duration, and health status. The study involves two groups one receiving Xcell Amnio MatrixTM plus standard care, and the other receiving only standard care chosen by the investigator. Eligible participants will receive weekly treatments with the study product for 12 weeks, returning to the clinic every 7 days 3 days for visits. After completing treatment, participants will have a follow-up visit two weeks later to assess continued healing. Participants will be screened and re-screened to confirm eligibility. Throughout the trial, researchers will monitor wound closure rates, changes in wound area, time to complete healing, and pain levels in the target ulcer using a pain rating scale. The total participation includes 12 weeks of treatment and a 2-week follow-up, with regular clinic visits to assess progress and ensure safety.

Researchers are evaluating the SureSmile clear aligner medical device in a three-armed, multicenter clinical study focused on patients with malocclusion. The primary goal is to confirm the safety and measure the accuracy of different tooth movements using three distinct trimline designs Scalloped, Straight, and Straight Extended. This study aims to compare these designs to better understand their performance during clear aligner therapy. Participants will receive one of three SureSmile clear aligner designs, each customized to fit different mouth shapes and sizes. The study groups include the scalloped trimline design, the straight trimline design, and the straight extended trimline design with a 2 mm extension. All other treatment protocols and materials are consistent across groups. The treatment period typically lasts between 6 to 18 months, followed by a refinement period averaging 8 to 12 weeks. During the study, participants will be monitored regularly for tooth movement accuracy, comfort and pain levels every 8 weeks, and any adverse events or device issues from the start of treatment until the retainer delivery visit, which occurs about 18 months after treatment begins. Researchers will assess outcomes based on the planned treatment and gather data on refinement rates and safety. Participant involvement includes follow-up visits for assessments throughout the treatment and refinement periods.

Researchers are evaluating insulin icodec, a once-weekly insulin injection, compared to insulin glargine, a once-daily injection. This study focuses on adults with type 1 diabetes to see how well the weekly insulin controls blood sugar when combined with insulin aspart, which is taken 2 to 4 times daily. The trial aims to assess blood sugar control over about 8.5 months. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either insulin icodec once a week with insulin aspart daily or insulin glargine once a day with insulin aspart daily. Both insulins are given as subcutaneous injections. The study is designed as a parallel comparison to evaluate the effects of these insulin regimens on blood sugar control. During the study, participants will have regular assessments including blood tests to measure HbA1c and glucose levels, monitoring of hypoglycemic episodes, and tracking of insulin doses and body weight. The primary outcome is the change in HbA1c from baseline to week 26. Secondary outcomes include time spent in target glucose ranges and frequency of low blood sugar events. The study will last about 8.5 months with ongoing monitoring to evaluate treatment effects and safety.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of two different dose regimens of pegozafermin compared to a placebo in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis MASH who have liver fibrosis stage F2 or F3. This Phase 3 study aims to better understand how pegozafermin may impact liver fibrosis and steatohepatitis in this population. Participants will receive subcutaneous injections of either one of two pegozafermin regimens or a matched placebo. These treatments are given in parallel groups, and participants are randomly assigned to one of the study groups. The study compares the effects of pegozafermin on liver fibrosis and steatohepatitis over a treatment period that includes evaluations up to 52 weeks and monitoring for disease progression up to 5 years. During the study, participants will be monitored through biopsies and blood tests to assess liver fibrosis improvement, resolution of steatohepatitis, changes in liver enzyme levels, and enhanced liver fibrosis scores. Safety and disease progression are also tracked throughout the study period. The total participation duration includes treatment and long-term observation to evaluate outcomes and any potential changes in liver health.

Researchers are evaluating the real-world use and safety of BRIUMVI4 ublituximab-xiiy in adults with relapsing multiple sclerosis RMS. The study aims to understand the safety, effectiveness, and treatment experience of participants prescribed this medication outside of controlled clinical trials. This observational study is sponsored by TG Therapeutics, Inc. and focuses on patients receiving routine care with BRIUMVI4. Participants in this study will receive BRIUMVI4 through intravenous infusion as prescribed for RMS treatment. The study includes participants who have been prescribed BRIUMVI4 but have not yet received their first infusion at the start of the study. No placebo or other interventions are involved, and the study observes the treatment as it is given in real-world medical settings. During the study, participants will be monitored for up to 96 weeks to assess their annualized relapse rate ARR. Researchers will also track adverse events, serious adverse events, and infusion-related reactions at each infusion. Participant safety and treatment experience will be observed through regular clinical assessments and data collection, with the study lasting until April 2032.

Researchers are evaluating the experimental drugs pozelimab and cemdisiran for treating Geographic Atrophy GA, a late stage of Age-related Macular Degeneration AMD that affects central vision. The study aims to compare the progression rate of GA in patients receiving cemdisiran alone, the combination of pozelimab and cemdisiran, or a placebo. Additional goals include monitoring side effects, drug levels in the blood over time, and the bodys antibody response to these drugs. Participants will receive subcutaneous injections of either pozelimab combined with cemdisiran, cemdisiran alone, or a placebo. The study is randomized and double-masked with three groups receiving different treatments. Treatment and monitoring will continue through specified time points up to 104 weeks, with follow-up on safety and antibody responses extending even further. During the study, participants will attend regular clinic visits for eye exams, imaging using Fundus Autofluorescence to measure GA lesion growth, vision tests including visual acuity and contrast sensitivity, and blood tests to assess drug levels and antibody formation. Researchers will track treatment-emergent adverse events and evaluate changes in vision and GA progression over time. Participation lasts until the study completion date in April 2033, with primary outcomes assessed at 52 weeks and further evaluations up to 296 weeks.