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New treatment option for Diaphragm Injury
Official title Janus Kinase Inhibition to Prevent Ventilator-induced Diaphragm Dysfunction
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03681275
What this study is testing
What is Tofacitinib 10 MG [Xeljanz]?
Tofacitinib 10 MG [Xeljanz] is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily, being studied as a potential treatment for diaphragm injury.
Also referred to as XELJANZ.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- We intend, with this study, to prove that blocking the molecular mechanisms whose blockade prevents VIDD in animals, will indeed prevent the development of VIDD in humans as well. We believe that this evidence will serve as the required basis for proceeding with large, ICU-based clinical trial(s) of a drug to prevent VIDD.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients undergoing esophagectomy
You likely can't join if
- Patients with more than mild pulmonary dysfunction
- Patients with any neuromuscular disease that might compromise diaphragm function
- Patients with abnormal liver or kidney function
- Patients taking any immunosuppressant medication (including prednisone) or antifungal medications
- History of tuberculosis
- Weight loss of \>5% of body weight over previous 6 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients undergoing esophagectomy
- Patients with more than mild pulmonary dysfunction
- Patients with any neuromuscular disease that might compromise diaphragm function
- Patients with abnormal liver or kidney function
- Patients taking any immunosuppressant medication (including prednisone) or antifungal medications
- History of tuberculosis
- Weight loss of \>5% of body weight over previous 6 months
- Pregnancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Stanford, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Stanford, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.