Charleston, SCNCT06205342Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Chronic Pancreatitis Clinical Trial in Charleston, SC

Access cutting-edge chronic pancreatitis treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Charleston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Charleston

    Convenient for SC 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 Charleston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Chronic Pancreatitis Study in Charleston

This protocol aims to test whether an infusion of allogeneic bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (BM-MSCs) can reduce pain associated with chronic pancreatitis (CP) and explore potential mechanisms of MSC action.

Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age between 18 and 75 years old, male or female
Definite chronic pancreatitis
Patients who are diagnosed with painful CP for more than 6 months may be constant or may have been waxing and waning/remitting.
Baseline Izbicki pain score \> 30
Stable dose of opioids for the past 30 days

Exclusion Criteria

Acute pancreatitis per 2012 revised Atlanta criteria within the last 30 days.
The revised Atlanta classification requires that two or more of the following criteria be met for the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis: (a) abdominal pain suggestive of pancreatitis, (b) serum amylase or lipase level greater than three times the upper normal value, or (c) characteristic imaging findings.
Chronic pain syndromes other than pancreatitis that require daily use of opioids in the past 30 days.
Severe organ failure(s) likely to interfere with clinical pain outcomes within 6 months.
HbA1c \>10%
Laboratory values of WBC \<2.0 cells/10\^3, Hemoglobin \<8 gm/dl, and platelets \<100K cells/10\^3, AST or ALT \> 3 times the upper limit of normal, or creatinine \>2.0 mg/dl
New York Heart Association Class 2 or higher congestive heart failure
Current lung, hematologic, or solid organ malignancy other than skin, or cervical stage 1 cancers within the past 3 years.
Subjects with current infection with hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
Active malignancy with the exception of non-melanoma skin cancer.
Any subject who has received an investigational drug or device within 30 days before randomization or who is expected to receive an investigational drug or device during this study.
Patients with planned endoscopic or surgical intervention, surgical resection or needle drainage of pancreatic structures in the next 6 months.
Patients who have had a pancreatic surgery, endoscopic procedure with therapy, or hospitalization related to pancreatitis within the last 90 days
Subjects who have had any ongoing alcohol abuse and/or any illegal drug abuse within the past 6 months.
Subjects with infected pancreatic pseudocysts or pancreatic walled-off necrotic areas at the time of consent
Females who are pregnant or women of childbearing potential (WOCBP) and males with female partners of childbearing potential who are not willing to use adequate contraception during the study
Breastfeeding females
Subject unwilling to follow the protocol and assessments

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 Charleston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06205342) has an active research site in Charleston, SC 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.

Chronic Pancreatitis Treatment Options in Charleston, SC

If you're searching for chronic pancreatitis treatment options in Charleston, SC, this clinical trial (NCT06205342) 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 Charleston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced chronic pancreatitis 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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