Cancer
01 Jan 2013
OSI-774 (Tarceva) in Treating Patients With Stage III or Stage IV Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The purpose of this study is to determine if OSI-774 will improve overall survival of patients with incurable stage IIIB/IV non-small cell lung cancer compared to standard of care. OSI-774 is a new type of drug under evaluation called an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). OSI-774 is an investigational drug…
Cancer
01 Jan 2013
Study of Pemetrexed and Carboplatin Compared With Etoposide Carboplatin to Treat Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer
This study is a Phase 3, global, multi-center, open-label study of patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. Eligible patients will be randomly assigned to receive either pemetrexed plus carboplatin or etoposide plus carboplatin. It is anticipated that pemetrexed plus carboplatin will offer similar survival benefits as compared to etoposide…
Lungs
01 Jan 2013
Bosentan Effects in Inoperable Forms of Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension
The present trial investigates a possible use of oral bosentan, which is currently approved for the treatment of symptoms of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), to patients suffering from inoperable chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) because of (i) peripheral localization of thrombotic material or (ii) persistent or recurrent pulmonary hypertension after…
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
SMOOTH – Blood Pressure Control in Diabetic/Obese Patients
The primary objective of the SMOOTH study was to demonstrate that, when combined with hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg), telmisartan (80 mg) is at least as effective and possibly superior to valsartan (160 mg) in lowering systolic and diastolic BP during the last 6 hours of the 24-hour dosing interval (i.e., the…
Children's health
01 Jan 2013
Can a Physical Activity Skill Development and Parent-Centered Dietary Intervention Help Combat Child Obesity?
The purpose of this study, and its original contribution to research, is to determine the impact of a physical activity skill development and parent centered family weight management program on the weight, cardiovascular health, physical activity, dietary intake and sedentary behaviors of overweight and obese children. Official Title Effect of…
