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New treatment option for Hemophilia A
Official title ASC618 Gene Therapy in Hemophilia A Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04676048
What this study is testing
What is ASC618?
ASC618 is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for hemophilia a.
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
- Currently, hemophilia A patients are managed with prophylactic or on-demand replacement therapy with recombinant FVIII or alternative therapeutics. The major challenges of current treatment regimens, such as the short half-life of hemophilia therapeutics with the need for frequent IV injections, encourage the current efforts for gene transfer therapy.
- 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, men only
You may be able to join if
- Male ≥18 years of age
- Severe or moderately severe hemophilia A (FVIII activity ≤ 2 IU/dL) as evidenced by
- medical history
- Received FVIII prophylactic or on-demand replacement therapy for ≥ 150 accumulated
- days (exposure days)
You likely can't join if
- Pre-existing immunity to AAV8 vector as defined by AAV8 total antibodies and neutralizing antibodies qualified tests.
- Current inhibitors, or history of high titer FVIII inhibitors
- Presence of \> Grade 2 liver fibrosis on elastography/Fibroscan or comparable imaging methodology
- History of chronic renal disease
- Active infection or any immunosuppressive disorder
- History of cardiac surgery and need anticoagulant therapy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male ≥18 years of age
- Severe or moderately severe hemophilia A (FVIII activity ≤ 2 IU/dL) as evidenced by
- medical history
- Received FVIII prophylactic or on-demand replacement therapy for ≥ 150 accumulated
- days (exposure days)
- ≥12 bleeding episodes if receiving on-demand therapy over the preceding 12 months
- BMI ≤ 30
- Agree to use double-barrier contraceptive until at least 3 consecutive semen samples are negative after ASC-618 infusion
- Pre-existing immunity to AAV8 vector as defined by AAV8 total antibodies and neutralizing antibodies qualified tests.
- Current inhibitors, or history of high titer FVIII inhibitors
- Presence of \> Grade 2 liver fibrosis on elastography/Fibroscan or comparable imaging methodology
- History of chronic renal disease
- Active infection or any immunosuppressive disorder
- History of cardiac surgery and need anticoagulant therapy
- Any cardiovascular / genetic risk factors for thromboembolic disorders
- Evidence of active Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-1/2 or syphilis infection.
- Receipt of any vector or gene transfer agent
- Current antiviral therapy for hepatitis B or C
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Little Rock, Arkansas, 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 male, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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