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New treatment option for Takayasu Arteritis
Official title Biologic Treatment Withdrawal in Takayasu Arteritis Patients in Sustained Remission
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07491913
What this study is testing
What is Tociliuzumab?
Tociliuzumab is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for takayasu arteritis.
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
- Takayasu arteritis is a chronic large-vessel vasculitis affecting the aorta and its major branches. Biologic therapies such as tumor necrosis factor inhibitors and tocilizumab are commonly used in patients with refractory or relapsing disease.
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 Takayasu arteritis according to the 2022 American College of Rheumatology/EULAR classification criteria
- Treatment with biologic therapy (TNF inhibitors or tocilizumab) for at least 3 years
- Sustained clinical, laboratory, and radiologic remission
- No change in treatment during the previous 12 months
- No glucocorticoid use within the previous 6 months
You likely can't join if
- Presence of other active inflammatory diseases requiring biologic therapy (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease, ankylosing spondylitis)
- Inability to attend scheduled follow-up visits after treatment tapering and discontinuation
- Pregnancy or planning pregnancy during the study period
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of Takayasu arteritis according to the 2022 American College of Rheumatology/EULAR classification criteria
- Treatment with biologic therapy (TNF inhibitors or tocilizumab) for at least 3 years
- Sustained clinical, laboratory, and radiologic remission
- No change in treatment during the previous 12 months
- No glucocorticoid use within the previous 6 months
- Ability and willingness to provide written informed consent
- Presence of other active inflammatory diseases requiring biologic therapy (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease, ankylosing spondylitis)
- Inability to attend scheduled follow-up visits after treatment tapering and discontinuation
- Pregnancy or planning pregnancy during the study period
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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