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Compares treatment options for Von Willebrand Diseases
Official title A Pilot Crossover Trial of Prophylactic Wilate Compared to Placebo for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Patients with VWD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06205095
What this study is testing
What is Lyophilized concentrate of human coagulation von Willebrand Factor and factor VIII?
Lyophilized concentrate of human coagulation von Willebrand Factor and factor VIII is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for von willebrand diseases.
Also referred to as Wilate.
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 EMPOWER trial is a pilot multi-center, placebo-controlled (normal saline), double-blind (patient and outcome assessor), crossover, 2-year randomized trial in female outpatients with von Willebrand disease (VWD) and heavy menstrual bleeding to determine trial feasibility and viability, and to explore assay sensitivity of the proposed efficacy clinical outcomes for a definitive randomized controlled trial
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
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, women only
You may be able to join if
- Patient capable of providing informed consent;
- Female patients with HMB over the age of 18 years, for whom prophylactic treatment with Wilate® is deemed clinically appropriate according to the...
- Modified PBAC score \> 100 at screening;
- Patients with a diagnosis of inherited von Willebrand disease (any type);
- Stable treatment for HMB and iron deficiency anemia for 3 cycles before entering the study and anticipated to remain unchanged for the duration of...
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosed with any other known bleeding disorder;
- Pregnancy or plans to become pregnant within the duration of the study;
- Breastfeeding or plans to breastfeed within the duration of the study;
- Known hypersensitivity reactions to human plasma-derived products or any ingredient in the formulation;
- Known antibodies to VWF or FVIII;
- Severe liver disease;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patient capable of providing informed consent;
- Female patients with HMB over the age of 18 years, for whom prophylactic treatment with Wilate® is deemed clinically appropriate according to the medical discretion (based on their expert opinion given consideration of...
- Modified PBAC score \> 100 at screening;
- Patients with a diagnosis of inherited von Willebrand disease (any type);
- Stable treatment for HMB and iron deficiency anemia for 3 cycles before entering the study and anticipated to remain unchanged for the duration of the study;
- Patients willing to have an infusion administered by a nurse over the course of the study period;
- Patients who agree to use only the feminine hygiene products supplied by the sponsor.
- Diagnosed with any other known bleeding disorder;
- Pregnancy or plans to become pregnant within the duration of the study;
- Breastfeeding or plans to breastfeed within the duration of the study;
- Known hypersensitivity reactions to human plasma-derived products or any ingredient in the formulation;
- Known antibodies to VWF or FVIII;
- Severe liver disease;
- Anticipated initiation of the following: oral, transdermal, injectable, and vaginal ring hormonal contraceptives; GnRH analogues; or a hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) within the study period;
- Anticipated elective procedure that is expected to require intensive treatment with VWF or FVIII for \>10 days during the study period;
- Patients with \>2 risk factors for VTE (risk factors are determined at discretion of treating physician) or recent history of thrombosis (i.e. within the last year).
- Patient concurrently receiving desmopressin (desmopressin cannot be taken concurrently with Wilate®, except for in the context of escalation treatment for excessive bleeding).
- Anticipated initiation of any new therapies for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding 3 weeks prior to enrollment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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 female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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