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New treatment option for Psoriasis
Official title Development of Predictive Psoriasis Response Endotypes Using Single Cell Transcriptomics
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05270733
What this study is testing
What is Ustekinumab?
Ustekinumab is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for psoriasis.
Also referred to as Guselkumab, Risankizumab.
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
- The investigators propose to improve the possibility of reaching skin resolution by identifying certain markers or gene patterns that may predict patient response to certain psoriasis drugs ahead of time, thus eliminating or reducing the trial-and-error approach often employed. The ability to rule out (or in) specific therapeutics based on predictive efficacy would lead to a more personalized approach for psoriasis treatment.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
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 89
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with plaque-type psoriasis defined by either:
- A board-certified dermatologist, OR
- Dermatology Nurse Practitioner, OR
- Skin punch biopsy
- Insurance that includes an anti-p40 biologic (ustekinumab/.Stelara) and at least one anti-p19 biologic (guselkumab/Tremfya or risankizumab/Skyrizi)
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant 8 weeks before, during, and 8 weeks after the study.
- Inability to provide informed consent
- Inability to secure ustekinumab and either gusekumab or risankizumab for use while on trial
- Use of tanning booths for at least 4 weeks prior to baseline visit
- Current or recent use of topical steroid, tar, phototherapy, Vitamin D, or retinoid therapy to target lesions for at least 2 weeks prior to baseline...
- Current or recent use of systemic or biologic therapy for at least 8 weeks prior to baseline visit
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with plaque-type psoriasis defined by either:
- A board-certified dermatologist, OR
- Dermatology Nurse Practitioner, OR
- Skin punch biopsy
- Insurance that includes an anti-p40 biologic (ustekinumab/.Stelara) and at least one anti-p19 biologic (guselkumab/Tremfya or risankizumab/Skyrizi)
- Must be naive to ustekinumab, guselkumab, and risankizumab.
- Involvement of body surface area (BSA) of at least 10% at screening and baseline visit.
- Able to give informed consent under IRB approval procedures
- Pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant 8 weeks before, during, and 8 weeks after the study.
- Inability to provide informed consent
- Inability to secure ustekinumab and either gusekumab or risankizumab for use while on trial
- Use of tanning booths for at least 4 weeks prior to baseline visit
- Current or recent use of topical steroid, tar, phototherapy, Vitamin D, or retinoid therapy to target lesions for at least 2 weeks prior to baseline visit and for duration of trial
- Current or recent use of systemic or biologic therapy for at least 8 weeks prior to baseline visit
- Patients with psoriatic arthritis or other rheumatologic diseases (e.g., Crohn's disease).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cleveland, Ohio, 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 to 89 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cleveland, Ohio, 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.