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New treatment option for Acute Spinal Cord Injury
Official title PMZ-1620 (Sovateltide) in Patients of Acute Spinal Cord Injury
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04054414
What this study is testing
What is Normal Saline along with standard treatment?
Normal Saline along with standard treatment is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for acute spinal cord injury.
Also referred to as Vehicle.
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
- This was a prospective, multicentric, randomized, double blind, parallel, saline controlled Phase II clinical study to compare the safety and efficacy of PMZ-1620 (INN: Sovateltide) therapy along with standard supportive care in patients of acute spinal cord injury.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Adult males or females aged between 18 and 75 years inclusive
- Able to give consent for participation on their own or through their Legally Acceptable Representative (LAR)
- Able to cooperate in the completion of a standardized neurological examination by ISNCSCI standards (excludes patients who are on ventilator)
- ISNCSCI Impairment Scale Grade "B," "C" or "D" based upon first ISNCSCI evaluation after arrival to the hospital is classified as motor or sensory...
- Willing and able to comply with the study Protocol
You likely can't join if
- Previous history related to spinal cord disease
- Patient on ventilator or requires ventilator
- Patient with pathological fracture of vertebral column
- Impairment Scale Grade "A" based upon first ISNCSCI assessment and classified as complete injury
- One or more upper extremity muscle groups un-testable during baseline ISNCSCI examination
- Concomitant head injury with a clinically significant abnormality on a head CT (head CT required only for patients suspected to have a brain injury...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult males or females aged between 18 and 75 years inclusive
- Able to give consent for participation on their own or through their Legally Acceptable Representative (LAR)
- Able to cooperate in the completion of a standardized neurological examination by ISNCSCI standards (excludes patients who are on ventilator)
- ISNCSCI Impairment Scale Grade "B," "C" or "D" based upon first ISNCSCI evaluation after arrival to the hospital is classified as motor or sensory incomplete
- Willing and able to comply with the study Protocol
- Women must be of non-childbearing potential or surgically sterile or willing to use adequate birth control; men who are sexually active will also be required to use adequate birth control
- Able to receive the Investigational Drug within 48 hours of injury
- Neurological Level of Injury between C5-C8, T1-T12, L1-L5 and S1-S5 based upon first ISNCSCI evaluation after arrival to the hospital
- Patient with incomplete/partial damage/transaction as shown by CT or MRI scan
- Patients with any other chronic conditions, who are stable with appropriate treatment
- Previous history related to spinal cord disease
- Patient on ventilator or requires ventilator
- Patient with pathological fracture of vertebral column
- Impairment Scale Grade "A" based upon first ISNCSCI assessment and classified as complete injury
- One or more upper extremity muscle groups un-testable during baseline ISNCSCI examination
- Concomitant head injury with a clinically significant abnormality on a head CT (head CT required only for patients suspected to have a brain injury at the discretion of the investigator)
- Females who are breastfeeding or have a positive urine pregnancy test
- Body mass index (BMI) of ≥35 kg/m2 at screening
- Known immunodeficiency, including human immunodeficiency virus, or use of immunosuppressive or cancer chemotherapeutic drugs
- Patient having rheumatoid arthritis
- The participant has a clinically significant cardiovascular disorder or an abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG) at the discretion of the investigator
- Pre-existent neurologic disorder which would preclude accurate evaluation and follow-up (i.e. Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, any psychiatric disorder with hallucinations/delusions/schizophrenia)
- Patients who are currently participating in a clinical trial with an investigational drug or investigational device
- Patients who, in the opinion of the investigator, are otherwise unsuitable for this study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Belagavi, India
- Kolkata, India
- Lucknow, India
- Nagpur, India
- New Delhi, India
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 to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Belagavi, India; Kolkata, India; Lucknow, India; Nagpur, India; New Delhi, India. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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