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Emphysema Clinical Trial in St Louis, MO

Access cutting-edge emphysema treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in St Louis. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Weill Medical College of Cornell University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to St Louis

    Convenient for MO residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit St Louis site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Emphysema Study in St Louis

The purpose of this study is to determine if doxycycline will reduce progression of emphysema in people living with HIV. The secondary objectives are to examine the effects of doxycycline on change in quantity of emphysema, six minute walk distance, patient reported outcomes, ratio of forced expiratory volume in 1 second and forced vital capacity. Secondary objectives will also describe the safety and tolerability of doxycycline and determine if doxycycline is associated with development of ant

Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Male or female age 30 years and older at screening visit.
HIV-1 infection, documented by any licensed rapid HIV test or HIV enzyme or chemiluminescence immunoassay (E/CIA) test kit at any time prior to the enrollment visit, and confirmed by a licensed Western blot or a second antibody test by a method other than the initial rapid HIV and/or E/CIA, or by HIV-1 antigen, plasma HIV-1 RNA viral load.
Current or former smoker with at least a 3 pack-year history of cigarette smoking at screening visit.
Evidence of emphysema on high resolution CT (HRCT) of the chest done at pre-entry visit (Visit 2). Emphysema is defined as either: 1. Mild, moderate, or severe emphysema assessed by central reader(s) at the CT Imaging Core; or 2. Quantification of ≥ 5% of voxels with density \< -950 Hounsfield Units (HU) as quantified by the CT Imaging Core. All participants with emphysema by either or both criteria must have ≤ 35% of voxels with density \< -950 HU.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in St Louis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05382208) has an active research site in St Louis, MO that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Emphysema Treatment Options in St Louis, MO

If you're searching for emphysema treatment options in St Louis, MO, this clinical trial (NCT05382208) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our St Louis research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced emphysema specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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