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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Clinical Trial in Minneapolis, MN

Access cutting-edge pulmonary arterial hypertension treatment through this phase 1 clinical trial at a research site in Minneapolis. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Minnesota

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Minneapolis

    Convenient for MN 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.

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

About This Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Study in Minneapolis

This pilot clinical trial will evaluate the initial safety, feasibility, and pharmacokinetics of microbiota transplant therapy (MTT) with antibiotic pre-conditioning and fiber supplementation vs. placebo in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). This trial will inform development of future trials of MTT as a treatment for PAH. 24 PAH patients will be randomized to receive either MTT with antibiotic preconditioning + fiber supplementation, MTT with antibiotic preconditioning + placebo supplementation, or placebo + placebo supplementation. MTT will in a capsule form composed of freeze-dried, encapsulated intestinal microbiota from healthy donors. Fiber supplementation will be 10-14 gm oral fiber supplement. Patients will be followed at week 1, week 2, week 4, week 12, and week 24. Patient will undergo stool sample collection at baseline, week 1, week 4, and week 12, blood sample collection at baseline, week 4, and week,12. In addition, patient will undergo an echocardiogram, six-minute walk test (6MWT) and quality of life questionnaire at baseline and at week 12.

Sponsor: University of Minnesota

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Provision of signed and dated consent form
Diagnosis of PAH
On stable treatment for PAH for one month prior to enrollment
Able to swallow capsules
Able to provide blood sample and fecal sample
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of trial to follow-up by telephone, in-person, email, and/or video visits or correspondence.

Exclusion Criteria

Dysphagia to pills
Clinically active inflammatory bowel disease
Pregnancy or breastfeeding. A pregnancy test will be obtained from females of child- bearing potential at the screening visit or day 1 (prior to the receipt of MTT). Patients with a positive pregnancy test will be excluded. A negative result will be required for subjects who are females of child-bearing potential to receive MTT. Patients will be counseled to avoid pregnancy which is the standard of care for patients with PAH.
Life expectancy of \< 6 months
Presence of ileostomy or colostomy
Patients on immunosuppressants (calcineurin inhibitors, prednisone ≥ 20 mg/day, methotrexate, azathioprine, immunosuppressive biologics, JAK inhibitors).
Patients with neutropenia (an absolute neutrophil count \< 0.5 x 10 9 cells/L) obtained on a complete blood count with differential at screening
History of solid organ or bone marrow transplant
Anticipated recurrent antibiotic use (patients with frequent urinary tract infections or sinusitis)
History of severe anaphylactic food allergy
History of celiac disease
Patients receiving cancer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation
Patients with severe Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) defined by an IBS score \>250

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 Minneapolis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06481852) has an active research site in Minneapolis, MN 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.

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Treatment Options in Minneapolis, MN

If you're searching for pulmonary arterial hypertension treatment options in Minneapolis, MN, this clinical trial (NCT06481852) 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 Minneapolis research site is actively enrolling participants for this phase 1 clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced pulmonary arterial hypertension 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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