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Brentuximab Vedotin for Systemic Sclerosis
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This trial is testing a new drug to see if it is safe and effective for treating a form of scleroderma.
- Systemic Sclerosis
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Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Side effects data
From 2020 Phase 4 trial • 60 Patients • NCT01990534Trial Design
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- You have a long-lasting or ongoing infectious disease that needs treatment throughout your body.You have taken brentuximab vedotin in the past.You have been diagnosed with a specific type of scleroderma called diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis (dcSSc) within the past 5 years, or you currently have active dcSSc based on symptoms like worsening skin tightness, tendon friction rubs, and elevated markers of inflammation.You have a known or suspected allergy to any of the ingredients in the treatment.You have a serious condition called pulmonary hypertension that requires medication treatment.You have a serious heart condition that could affect your participation in the study.You have a serious medical condition that is not under control, such as problems with your kidneys, liver, pancreas, blood, stomach, hormones, lungs, brain, or mental health. You also have cancer.
- Group 1: Administration of Brentuximab vedotin
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- 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
What is the scope of participation in this clinical trial?
"Affirmative. According to the clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is still actively recruiting participants since its original posting on May 7th 2019 and last update on February 3rd 2022. The study requires 11 patients from a single site for enrollment."
What other experimental applications have there been for Brentuximab Vedotin?
"At the moment, 59 studies concerning Brentuximab Vedotin are in progress. Of those trials, 6 have reached Phase 3 status. Although most research related to this therapy is located in Montvale New jersey, 1,851 sites across the country are studying it."
Is this particular clinical trial a pioneering effort?
"Brentuximab Vedotin has been studied in 630 cities and 31 countries since its first clinical trial in 2011. Seagen Inc. sponsored the initial Phase 2 study, which involved 79 participants. Since then, 53 additional trials have taken place."
Is there an open enrollment period for this research project currently?
"Per the records on clinicaltrials.gov, this research is actively searching for participants to join its ranks. It was initially shared online on May 7th 2019 and recently updated February 3rd 2022."
What indications is Brentuximab Vedotin regularly used to treat?
"As a first line of defense against Hodgkin's Disease, brentuximab vedotin is typically prescribed. It may also be beneficial for patients with systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma and peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma who have yet to receive treatment."
Has the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted authorization for Brentuximab Vedotin?
"Brentuximab Vedotin, which is in its second phase of clinical trials, achieved a score of 2 due to the available evidence on safety but lack of data regarding efficacy."
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