7 Clinical Trials for Various Conditions
This study will collect blood samples for use in laboratory studies of malaria. The World Health Organization reports that 40 percent of the world's population is at risk for malaria, mostly in the poorest countries. It is a serious disease caused by parasites. Each year, 300-500 million infections lead to more than a million deaths. However, there are traits in red blood cells (erythrocyte) that protect people against malaria. In this study, polymorphism refers to the various kinds of red blood cell traits. The sickle cell trait is an example of one that seems to offer a natural survival advantage in children where malaria is common. Researchers at the Laboratory of Malaria and Vector Research are investigating ways in which the blood cell traits can offer such protection, and new knowledge gained can bring about medical advances. Of particular importance is studying how the malaria organism, Plasmodium, survives inside different red blood cells. A steady, consistent, and reliable supply of fresh whole blood is necessary for testing. Patients 18 to 65, weighing more than 110 lbs. and who do not have anemia or known HIV, Hepatitis C, or Hepatitis B may be eligible for this study. Patients will undergo a medical history and general assessment including vital signs of temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure. Blood will be collected from a vein in the arm, or rarely a vein in the hand. A complete blood count, or CBC, will be done to ensure that blood levels are sufficient and that blood donation is safe for a patient to do. Patients need to have enough hemoglobin, the part of red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body. The blood will also be tested to confirm the type of red blood cell traits of patients. About 1 to 8 tablespoons may be collected, but most blood samples will be small, that is, 1 to 4 teaspoons. After the patients' first visit, sessions will take 5-20 minutes. Blood collection will total no more than 2 cups from a donor during any 6-week period. Although the frequency of blood donations is not known at this time, it is unlikely that a patient will be asked to donate blood more than four times a year. It may be important for patients to undergo a repeat CBC or tests for blood chemistry if results are needed for research. Risks associated with blood collection are considered minimal. They include discomfort, occasional bruising or bleeding at the puncture site, and faintness. In this study, it is possible that a small amount of blood may be stored for future research, to help the researchers to learn more about malaria. There are no plans for the results from the various research laboratory tests to be made available to patients or to their private doctors. However, patients in this study may discuss the results of routine medical tests with the study investigators. Some of the blood collected will be tested for genetic conditions. Through genetic testing, researchers can learn more about how health or illness may be passed on to people by their parents, or from people to their children. All results of tests will remain confidential. Blood samples will be labeled by code, and reference to patients' identities will be protected. Participants will receive $50 for each blood donation. This study will not have a direct benefit for participants. Future research that uses their blood samples will help researchers to learn about malaria as well as how to prevent or treat the disease.
A phase III, multi-center, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study to assess efficacy and safety of crizanlizumab (5 mg/kg) versus placebo, with or without hydroxyurea/hydroxycarbamide therapy, in adolescent and adult Sickle Cell Disease patients with frequent vaso-occlusive crises.
This study is an open-label study to evaluate the safety of long-term administration of inclacumab in participants with sickle cell disease (SCD). Participants in this study will have completed a prior study of inclacumab.
This Phase 3 study will assess the safety and efficacy of inclacumab, a P-selectin inhibitor, in reducing the frequency of vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs) in approximately 240 adult and adolescent participants (≥ 12 years of age) with sickle cell disease (SCD). Participants will be randomized to receive inclacumab or placebo.
This Phase 3 study will assess the safety and efficacy of a single dose of inclacumab, a P-selectin inhibitor, for a vaso-occlusive crisis (VOC) after an index VOC in participants with sickle cell disease (SCD). Participants will be randomized to receive either inclacumab or placebo.
The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy and safety of 2 doses of crizanlizumab (5.0 mg/kg and 7.5 mg/kg) versus placebo in adolescent and adult sickle cell disease (SCD) patients with history of vaso-occlusive crisis (VOC) leading to healthcare visit.
This is a phase II, open-label, prospective study of T cell receptor alpha/beta depletion (α/β TCD) peripheral blood stem cell (PBSC) transplantation for children and adults with hematological malignancies