Is NCT05869955 recruiting in Baltimore, MD?

Yes, NCT05869955 is currently recruiting participants at its Baltimore, MD location. This systemic lupus erythematosus clinical trial is actively enrolling qualified participants.

How do I join the systemic lupus erythematosus clinical trial in Baltimore?

To join this clinical trial in Baltimore, complete the eligibility form on this page. A study coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps and determine if you qualify.

Is participation in this Baltimore clinical trial free?

Yes, all study-related care is provided at no cost to qualified participants. Many studies also offer compensation for time and travel expenses.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Clinical Trial in Baltimore, MD

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

\- Diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) defined as follows:. i) Fulfilling the 2019 European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) / American College of Rheumatology (ACR) classification criteria of SLE. ii) Presence of anti-dsDNA, anti-histone, anti-chromatin, anti-Ro (anti-SS-A), anti-La (anti-SS-B), or anti-Sm antibodies at screening. \- SLE disease activity:. i) Active disease at screening, with recent ≥ 1 major organ system with a BILAG A score (excluding musculoskeletal, mucocutaneous, and/or constitutional organ system). ii) Inadequate response to glucocorticoids and to at least 2 of the following treatments, used for at least 3 months each: cyclophosphamide, mycophenolic acid or its derivatives, belimumab, azathioprine, anifrolumab, methotrexate, rituximab, obinutuzumab, cyclosporin, tacrolimus or voclosporin.

Diagnosis of Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathy (IIM) defined as follows:. i) Fulfilling the 2017 EULAR/ACR classification criteria for probable or definite IIM. ii) Participant diagnosed with the following IIM subgroups: dermatomyositis (DM), immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM), anti-synthetase syndrome (ASyS), and polymyositis (PM). iii) Presence of at least 1 myositis specific antibody (MSA), associated antibody (MAA), or ANA at screening or prior to screening.

IIM disease activity:. i) Severe/moderate muscle AND/OR skin involvement. ii) Proof of activity as documented by:. A. An active myositis-associated rash OR. B. A recent muscle biopsy OR. C. An elevated CK \> 3 times the upper limit of normal OR. D. Participants diagnosed IIM AND progressive Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) on high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) iii) Inadequate response to glucocorticoids and at least 2 of the following treatments used for at least 3 months: azathioprine, methotrexate, cyclosporin A, tacrolimus, MMF, cyclophosphamide, IVIG, JAK inhibitors, and rituximab.

Diagnosis of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) defined as follows:. i) Fulfilling 2013 EULAR/ACR classification criteria for SSc. ii) Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) positive at screening or prior to screening. \- SSc disease activity:. i) Participants diagnosed with diffuse cutaneous SSc OR diffuse or limited cutaneous SSc AND progressive ILD, AND. ii) Inadequate response to at least 1 of the following treatments used for at least 3 months: mycophenolate, cyclophosphamide, rituximab, nintedanib, azathioprine, tocilizumab, or intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIG). \- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) disease activity:. i) Minimum of 3 SJC and 3 TJC on a 66/68 joint count (SJC/TJC). ii) OR participants diagnosed with progressive ILD (interstitial lung disease). iii) AND Inadequate disease response or intolerance to at least one conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) and as well as ≥ 2 DMARDs with different mechanisms of action from the categories biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (bDMARDs) or targeted synthetic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (tsDMARD) for a minimum of 3 months. A. Participants qualifying on progressive ILD may have exhausted the therapies above OR have demonstrated inadequate disease response or intolerance to at least one of the following treatments used for at least 3 months: mycophenolate, tocilizumab, cyclophosphamide, rituximab, azathioprine, nintedinib, pirfenidone.

Exclusion Criteria

\- Diagnosis of drug-induced SLE rather than idiopathic SLE. \- Other systemic autoimmune diseases (eg, multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease, etc) are excluded. Participants with type I autoimmune diabetes mellitus, thyroid autoimmune disease, Celiac disease, or secondary Sjögren's syndrome are not excluded.

SLE overlap syndromes including, but not limited to, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and mixed connective tissue disease, are excluded.

Present or recent clinically significant CNS pathology, within 12 months.

IIM disease activity:. i) Other forms of IIM: Inclusion Body Myositis, Amyopathic DM, any form of juvenile myositis. ii) Myositis other than IIM, eg, drug-induced myositis and PM associated with HIV. iii) Participants with severe muscle damage (Physician VAS for muscle damage in Myositis Damage Index \> 7 cm on a 10 cm scale), permanent weakness due to a non-IIM cause (eg, stroke), or myositis with cardiac involvement. \- SSc disease activity:. i) SSc related PAH requiring active treatment. ii) Rapidly progressive SSc related lower GI (small and large intestines) involvement (requiring parenteral nutrition); active gastric antral vascular ectasia. iii) Prior scleroderma renal crisis. \- RA disease activity:. i) Prior history of or current inflammatory joint disease other than RA. ii) Joint damage and/or deformity that may confound the investigator's ability to accurately assess disease activity. \- Other protocol-defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria apply.

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 Baltimore?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05869955) has an active research site in Baltimore, MD 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.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Treatment Options in Baltimore, MD

If you're searching for systemic lupus erythematosus treatment options in Baltimore, MD, this clinical trial (NCT05869955) 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 Baltimore research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced systemic lupus erythematosus 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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