Research and Trials
01 Jan 2013
A Study of BMS-582949 in Patients With Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis
The purpose of this clinical research study is to learn if BMS-582949 alone is an effective treatment for moderate to severe psoriasis. The safety of the drug and the effectiveness of each dose will also be studied. Official Title A Phase IIa, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Clinical…
Cancer
01 Jan 2013
Post-Operative Concurrent Chemo-Radiotherapy Versus Post-Operative Radiotherapy for Cancer of the Head and Neck
The primary objective of the trial is to determine, in patients who have undergone surgery with curative intent for high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) of the head and neck, whether there is a difference in time to loco-regional relapse between patients treated with post-operative concurrent chemo-radiotherapy ,consisting of Carboplatin,…
Cancer
01 Jan 2013
Study to Determine the Safety of Two Applications of PEP005 Topical Gel to Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma In Situ
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the topical application of PEP005 is safe and effective for the treatment of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma in situ (SCCIS, Bowen’s disease). Official Title Multi-Centre, Open-Label Study to Determine the Safety and Efficacy of PEP005 0.05% Topical Gel in Patients With…
Cancer
01 Jan 2013
Metvix PDT in Patients With “High Risk” Basal Cell Carcinoma
The variable “complete response” after one or two Metvix treatment cycles will be used as the basis for the justification of sample size. The following hypothesis will be tested: H0: Complete response rate of Metvix is less or equal to 65% versus the alternative hypothesis HA: Complete response rate…
Lungs
01 Jan 2013
The Long Term Effect of Inhaled Hypertonic Saline (6%) in Patients With Non Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the daily inhalation of nebulised hypertonic saline (6%) will decrease the incidence of pulmonary exacerbations and increase the quality of life for people with non cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. Official Title Conditions Bronchiectasis Study Type Interventional Study Design Treatment, Randomized, Single Blind,…
Lungs
01 Jan 2013
BUILD 3: Bosentan Use in Interstitial Lung Disease
BUILD 3 is a prospective, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel group, placebo-controlled, event-driven, group sequential, phase III superiority study. The primary objective is to demonstrate that bosentan delays disease worsening or death in patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Official Title Effects of Bosentan on Morbidity and Mortality in Patients With Idiopathic…
Lungs
01 Jan 2013
Exhale (R) Stent for Emphysema
Treatment using the Exhale Drug-Eluting Stent (DES) is a minimally invasive bronchoscopic treatment that has the potential to reduce shortness of breath in emphysema patients. This study tests the safety and effects of Exhale DES in the treatment of patients with emphysema. Official Title A Prospective Feasibility Study to Evaluate…
Blood
01 Jan 2013
Ezetimibe/Simvastatin in Patients With Metabolic Syndrome
A 6-week clinical trial in patients with metabolic syndrome and hypercholesterolemia at high risk for coronary heart disease to study the effects of ezetimibe/simvastatin and atorvastatin on lipids. Official Title A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel Arm, 6-Week Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Ezetimibe/Simvastatin Versus Atorvastatin in Patients…
Heart
01 Jan 2013
Glycemic Load, Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Disease Risk
To investigate the hypothesis that reducing the glycemic load of the diet will improve changes in body composition and cardio-vascular risk factors. The study compares a conventional reduced-fat, high carbohydrate diet with 3 means of reducing glycemic load: changing the carbohydrates to low-GI choices, replacing some of the carbohydrate with…
