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Gram-negative Bacteremia Clinical Trial in Nashville, TN

Access cutting-edge gram-negative bacteremia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Nashville. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Johns Hopkins University

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Nashville

    Convenient for TN 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 Nashville site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Gram-negative Bacteremia Study in Nashville

The Gram-negative bloodstream infection Oral Antibiotic Therapy trial (The GOAT Trial) is a multi-center, randomized clinical trial that hypothesizes that early transition to oral antibiotic therapy for the treatment of Gram-Negative BloodStream Infection (GN-BSI) is as effective but safer than remaining on intravenous (IV) antibiotic therapy for the duration of treatment.

Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Adult (≥ 18 years) at the time of screening
Hospitalized
Identification of at least one Gram-negative organism in a blood culture
Capable of providing written informed consent (includes through a legally authorized representative)
Willingness to adhere to assigned study arm
Capable and willing to complete a follow-up QoL interview (including through a legally authorized representative)

Exclusion Criteria

Unable to tolerate or absorb a course of oral antibiotics
Actively receiving vasopressors
Gram-negative organism not susceptible to any oral antibiotics
Gram-negative organism not susceptible to any IV antibiotics
Polymicrobial bloodstream infection
The following patients with polymicrobial infections remain eligible for enrollment: (1) more than one morphology or species of a gram-negative organism (except for Acinetobacter baumannii or Stenotrophomonas maltophilia), (2) a single positive blood culture with a common commensal organism (grown in addition to an Enterobacterales species or Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Allergy or contraindication rendering no oral option or no IV option for therapy with the listed antibiotic agents.
Anticipated duration of therapy greater than 14 days
Central nervous system infection
Absolute neutrophil count of \<500 cells/mL or anticipated to reduce to \<500 cells/mL during the antibiotic treatment course.
Receiving hospice care

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 Nashville?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06080698) has an active research site in Nashville, TN 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.

Gram-negative Bacteremia Treatment Options in Nashville, TN

If you're searching for gram-negative bacteremia treatment options in Nashville, TN, this clinical trial (NCT06080698) 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 Nashville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced gram-negative bacteremia 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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