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Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir for Hepatitis C in Pregnancy (STORC Trial)

Phase 4
Recruiting
Led By Catherine Chappell, MD, MSc
Research Sponsored by Catherine Chappell
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
HCV antibody seropositivity with detectable HCV RNA viral load at screening
If taking acid-suppressant medication(s), willing and able to either discontinue administration during the 12-week period of study treatment or to follow specific dosing instructions for concomitant use with SOF/VEL
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up approximately 12 months
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STORC Trial Summary

This trial will study the effects of a new hepatitis C medication during pregnancy. Pregnant people will take the medication for 12 weeks, and their infants will be followed for a year after birth. The primary objectives are to see if the treatment is effective and if it has any impact on the gestational age at delivery.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for pregnant individuals aged 18-45 with chronic hepatitis C, between 20-30 weeks of gestation, and no major pregnancy complications. They must not have plans to relocate and should agree not to join other drug/device trials during the study. Exclusions include certain medication use, severe liver abnormalities, low blood counts, or uncontrolled health conditions.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial tests Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (SOF/VEL) in treating chronic hepatitis C during pregnancy. About 100 participants will take one tablet daily for 12 weeks starting in their second or third trimester. The main goals are to see if the virus stays undetectable after treatment and how it affects delivery timing.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include headache, fatigue, nausea, insomnia, itching skin rashes or irritations. Since this is a study involving pregnant individuals, close monitoring will ensure any side effects are managed promptly.

STORC Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have hepatitis C with a detectable virus level.
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I can stop or follow special instructions for my acid-suppressant meds during the study.
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I am between 18 and 45 years old.

STORC Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~approximately 12 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and approximately 12 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Number of maternal participants that deliver prior to 37 weeks' gestation
Number of maternal participants with sustained virologic response after completion of SOF/VEL treatment (SVR12)
Secondary outcome measures
Head circumference of infant participant at 12 months
Head circumference of infant participant at 6 months
Head circumference of infant participant at 8 weeks
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STORC Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Sofosbuvir/VelpatasvirExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir 400 MG-100 MG Oral Tablet, one tablet taken once daily for 84 days

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Catherine ChappellLead Sponsor
3 Previous Clinical Trials
92 Total Patients Enrolled
Catherine Anne ChappellLead Sponsor
2 Previous Clinical Trials
83 Total Patients Enrolled
Gilead SciencesIndustry Sponsor
1,084 Previous Clinical Trials
848,379 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (Antiviral) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05140941 — Phase 4
Chronic Hepatitis C Research Study Groups: Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir
Chronic Hepatitis C Clinical Trial 2023: Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05140941 — Phase 4
Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (Antiviral) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05140941 — Phase 4

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Are there serious risks associated with taking Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir 400 MG-100 MG Oral Tablet?

"There is ample evidence confirming the safety of Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir 400 MG-100 MG Oral Tablet, thus it achieved a score of 3. This medication has been through Phase 4 trials and approved for general use."

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Does this experiment encompass any geriatric participants?

"This clinical trial has stipulated that only individuals aged 18 to 45 can participate. For minors, there are 29 other trials available and for senior citizens 259 different studies have been posted."

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Is enrollment currently open for this research study?

"Affirmative. The information stored on clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this investigation, which was initially posted on the 4th of April 2022, is actively recruiting volunteers. Up to 100 participants will be sought from a single medical facility."

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What objectives are this clinical trial endeavoring to realize?

"The main outcome of this investigation, measured over a 28-week duration, is the number of pregnant women with sustained virological response after completing SOF/VEL treatment (SVR12). Secondary objectives include evaluating the plasma level of HCV RNA PCR viral load below quantifiable levels at 6 months for infants born to these mothers; measuring stillbirth or intrauterine demise in said mothers; and assessing intrapartum hemorrhage risk among participants."

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What criteria must an individual meet to become a participant in this experiment?

"This clinical trial seeks to enroll 100 individuals aged 18-45 who have been diagnosed with chronic hepatitis c. Applicants must be able to provide an adequate amount of contact information, as well as a comprehensive anatomy scan that does not suggest any major structural abnormalities or anomalies which could affect delivery timing and neonatal outcomes according to the CDC's birth surveillance toolkit (https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/surveillancemanual/chapters/chapter-4/chapter4-1.html). This is determined by Protocol Safety Review Team prior to enrollment in the study."

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How many participants have enrolled in the trial thus far?

"Affirmative. Data available on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrates that the research project, which was initially launched in April of 2022, is presently accepting participants. As many as 100 subjects are needed at one medical centre to complete this investigation."

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~23 spots leftby Dec 2024