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Compares treatment options for CIDP
Official title Immunoadsorption Versus Immunoglobulins for Treatment of Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04881682
What this study is testing
What is Immunoglobulins?
Immunoglobulins is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for cidp.
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 is a randomized controlled study evaluating safety and efficacy of repeated immunoadsorption versus immunoglobulins in steroid-refractory Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP).
- 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 and older
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosis of possible, probable, or definite CIDP (typical or atypical) according to European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS) guidelines
- Disease duration of 3 years or less
- Age 18 years or above
- Previous treatment with methyl-prednisolone and insufficient therapeutic response as judged by the treating physician, or contraindications against...
You likely can't join if
- Clinical or laboratory evidence of manifest systemic infection, i.e., C-reactive protein (CRP) above 20 mg/l, or evidence of nitrite-positive urinary...
- Intake of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor within 1 week before first treatment
- immunoglobulin A deficiency
- Other contraindications against immunoadsorption or intravenous immunoglobulins
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ulm, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
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 Ulm, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. 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.