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New treatment option for Sjogren's Syndrome
Official title Functional Analysis of Salivary Glands and Correlation With Sialoscintigraphy in Sjogren's Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06536075
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Sjögren's syndrome is a complex autoimmune disorder. The investigators hypothesize that striated ductal cells may function as non-professional antigen-presenting cells in Sjögren's syndrome.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 70. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Nomogram: no sicca symptoms
- Sicca: already receiving sialoscintigraphy
You likely can't join if
- (generally):
- pregnancy
- breast feeding
- cancer with active treatment (for nomogram)
- chronic illness needed regular follow-up
- Use anti-histamine, diuretics, anti-depressants, psychotropic medications, anxiolytics or NSAIDs that interfering saliva secretion
See the full eligibility criteria
- Nomogram: no sicca symptoms
- Sicca: already receiving sialoscintigraphy
- (generally):
- pregnancy
- breast feeding
- cancer with active treatment (for nomogram)
- chronic illness needed regular follow-up
- Use anti-histamine, diuretics, anti-depressants, psychotropic medications, anxiolytics or NSAIDs that interfering saliva secretion
- smoking in recent one year
- Positive profiles for anti-SSA or anti-ENA
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Taipei, Taiwan
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, 20 years to 70 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Taipei, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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