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New treatment option for Vestibular Schwannoma
Official title Anti-VEGF Gene Therapy Trial for Vestibular Schwannoma
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06517888
What this study is testing
What is AAVAnc80-antiVEGF via Akouos Delivery Device?
AAVAnc80-antiVEGF via Akouos Delivery Device is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for vestibular schwannoma.
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 trial will evaluate the safety and tolerability of a single unilateral administration of one of three dose levels of AAVAnc80-antiVEGF and will evaluate the Akouos delivery device to safely achieve the intended product performance.
- 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
You may be able to join if
- Criteria for Inclusion:
- Presence of unilateral, progressive vestibular schwannoma.
- Vestibular schwannoma larger than 2 mm.
- Profound hearing loss, defined by pure-tone audiometry thresholds or word recognition score, in the affected ear.
- Able and willing to comply with all trial requirements, including willingness to participate in a separate long term follow-up study after completion...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Criteria for Inclusion:
- Presence of unilateral, progressive vestibular schwannoma.
- Vestibular schwannoma larger than 2 mm.
- Profound hearing loss, defined by pure-tone audiometry thresholds or word recognition score, in the affected ear.
- Able and willing to comply with all trial requirements, including willingness to participate in a separate long term follow-up study after completion of this trial. Criteria for Exclusion:
- Prior diagnosis of NF2 and/or bilateral vestibular schwannoma.
- Prior surgery or radiation therapy for vestibular schwannoma.
- Clinical history consistent with endolymphatic hydrops (documented fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss and/or episodic vertigo) in the affected ear.
- Profound hearing loss, defined by pure-tone audiometry thresholds or word recognition score, in the unaffected ear.
- Prior participation in a clinical trial with an investigational drug within six months prior to administration (Day 0), or any prior participation in a gene therapy clinical trial.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Dallas, Texas, 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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States; Rochester, Minnesota, United States; Nashville, Tennessee, United States; Dallas, Texas, 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.