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PLS240 for Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (PATH-1 Trial)
PATH-1 Trial Summary
This trial studies the safety and effectiveness of PLS240 to treat kidney disease and high levels of calcium caused by the disease. Patients will receive PLS240 or placebo and attend multiple study visits for exams, blood tests and ECGs.
PATH-1 Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowPATH-1 Trial Timeline
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.PATH-1 Trial Design
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- You have important irregularities in your screening blood tests, as determined by the doctor in charge of the study.I have not had a stroke in the last 6 months.I am being treated for seizures or had a seizure in the last 3 months.My diabetes is not well-managed according to my doctor.I have been taking the same dose of calcium supplements for the last 2 months.I or someone in my family has long QT syndrome.Your heart's electrical activity is too slow, which can be seen in a test called an ECG.I haven't had COVID-19 in the last 4 weeks.I have been on a steady dose of phosphate binders for the last 2 months.I am a woman not at risk of becoming pregnant or will use effective birth control during and after the study.I am scheduled for or expecting to have parathyroid surgery soon.I have had cancer within the last 2 years.My blood pressure was high during two or more dialysis sessions in the last two weeks.I am a man willing to use effective birth control and not donate sperm during and for 2 weeks after treatment.You have had an allergic reaction to PLS240 or any of its parts before.I am scheduled for a kidney transplant from a living donor during the study.I have had a parathyroid procedure within the last 6 months.I am not taking any medications that are not allowed in the study.I have been diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism.My parathyroid hormone levels were above 1500 pg/mL on two or more tests.I have had heart rhythm problems or Torsade de Pointes.I have had a heart attack or heart surgery in the last 4 months.I haven't changed my dialysis type, calcium levels, or treatment time in the last 4 weeks.I have not missed more than 2 dialysis sessions in the last 8 weeks without a valid reason.You had severe chest pain at rest or with minimal activity in the past 8 weeks, unless a heart doctor says it's okay for you to join the study.I have had severe heart failure in the past.If the doctor thinks it's not safe for you to continue in the study, or if your iPTH levels are too high, you can't join the next part of the study.I've been on a stable dose of Vitamin D for SHPT for the last 2 months.My parathyroid hormone levels are high, confirmed by two tests a week apart.My calcium levels were 8.3 mg/dL or higher during the screening period.Your dialysis solution has a high calcium level and has been stable for at least 4 weeks before starting the study.I am between 18 and 80 years old.I have been on hemodialysis 3 times a week for over 3 months with adequate dialysis efficiency.
- Group 1: Double-Blind Phase PLS240
- Group 2: Double-Blind Phase Placebo
- Group 3: Open-Label Extension Phase PLS240
- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the elderly population within the parameters of eligibility for this research project?
"To be eligible for inclusion in this clinical trial, patients must have a minimum age of 18 and not exceed 80 years old."
Is enrolment currently available for this clinical experiment?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this research is actively recruiting participants since being posted on April 28th 2023 and most recently updated June 2nd of the same year. A total 375 volunteers are needed for 3 trial locations."
Has the Double-Blind Phase PLS240 been sanctioned by the FDA?
"After careful consideration, our team has assigned a rating of 3 out of 3 to the safety profile of Double-Blind Phase PLS240. This is due to multiple rounds of clinical data that supports efficacy and a lack of evidence pointing towards any adverse effects."
May I participate in this experiment?
"This clinical trial is recruiting 375 individuals with secondary hyperparathyroidism that are aged 18 years to 80 years old."
How many participants are enrolled in the trial presently?
"Affirmative. According to the records on clinicaltrials.gov, this research study is currently looking for suitable participants and was initially posted on April 28th 2023. With a last update made on June 2nd of the same year, 375 subjects are required across 3 centres."
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