Epidermolysis Bullosa SimplexPhase 2NCT03016715
Using Topical Sirolimus 2% for Patients With Epidermolysis Bullous Simplex (EBS) Study
A Phase 2 study testing Sirolimus 2% in people with Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex and Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Kobner, run by Premier Specialists, Australia at 1 site in Australia.
Trial summary
: Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) simplex is a rare orphan disease caused by a mutation in DNA leading to abnormal dominant keratins in the skin. Patients with EB simplex develop lifelong painful thick soles on their feet, and current standard of care is supportive. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 5 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex, Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Kobner, Weber-Cockayne Syndrome
- What is being tested?
- Sirolimus 2%
- Could I receive a placebo?
- Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
- How many people
- 8 participants
- Where
- 1 siteAustralia
- Study dates
- May 2016to Jun 2019
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 5 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Subjects must:
- Be capable of understanding the purpose and risks of the study and sign a written Informed Consent Form (ICF); Legally authorized representative of subjects willing and able to give consent for children 5-18 yo
- Be male or female with a diagnosis of EBS
- Minimum EBDASI feet activity score of 2/10
- Age - 5 years or older
- Ability to complete 12 study visits within a 40-week period, each for approximately 30-60 minutes.
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- Anticipated life expectancy ≥52 weeks
- Males and females of childbearing potential should be using an effective means of contraception.
- Laboratory values within the range of normal for the participating institution unless the PI feels they are not clinically relevant
- Be able to comply with all study requirements
Who cannot join
- Allergy to sirolimus or components of the vehicle ointment
- Pregnancy, breast feeding
- Prior history of liver disease
- Serious known concurrent medical illness or infection, which could potentially present a safety risk and/or prevent compliance with the requirements of the treatment program.
- Known immunodeficiency virus or syndrome including those with:
- Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
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- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
- Hepatitis B
- Prior history of grafting surgeries or other surgeries in the dermatologic treatment area
- History of significant condition in the dermatologic treatment area such as trauma, which could impair evaluation for the treatment of EBS or non-healing chronic wound.
- Use of other investigational drugs within 30 days of the screening visit and/or has not recovered from any side effects of prior investigational drugs or procedure in the affected area (e.g., a biopsy).
- Use of acitretin within the last 1 month
- Use of Roaccutane within last 3 months
- Botox injections to the feet within the last 6 months.
- Participant is planning extra physical activities within the next 3 months.
- Amputated foot
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Dedee F Murrell, MD contact
Charmaine Peras contact
Australia1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Premier Specialists
Sydney, New South Wales, 2217
Charmaine Peras, 61 02 9598 5800, premierspecnurse@gmail.com
Dedee F Murrell, MD
About this study
Official title: A Prospective, Double-Blind, Cross-Over, Pilot Study to Assess Safety and Efficacy of Topical Sirolimus 2% in the Treatment of Plantar Blistering in Patients With Epidermolysis Bullous Simplex (EBS)
: Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) simplex is a rare orphan disease caused by a mutation in DNA leading to abnormal dominant keratins in the skin. Patients with EB simplex develop lifelong painful thick soles on their feet, and current standard of care is supportive. This pilot study will target the dominant mutant keratin proteins in the skin to ameliorate the severity of EB simplex. The purpose is to improve the function of EB simplex feet with an application of topical sirolimus, 2%. The investigators plan on inhibiting the mTOR pathway to down regulate the translation of defective keratin proteins and work through anti proliferative pathways.
Read the detailed description
The proposed 40 week pilot study being conducted is a prospective, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled crossover study. Participants will be assigned to treat both feet with either topical sirolimus, 2% cream daily or placebo (vehicle-control) for 12 weeks, followed by a 4 week washout period, then re-treatment to both feet will occur by the cross-over intervention.
These studies will exploit the naturally occurring transcriptional regulation of keratin sequences, the known gene aberration causing EB simplex, and assess the potential for mTOR pathway inhibition in treatment of the patient's plantar lesions. The objective of this study is to assess (1) the safety of topical rapamycin for plantar lesions for the treatment of EB simplex, and 2) test if topical rapamycin to improves the clinical severity of lesional skin, including pain and itch, in subjects with EB simplex at the end of treatment versus baseline and compared to an intrasubject placebo treated control. Wound size measurement, quality of life evaluation will be assessed using epidermolysis bullosa (QOLEB), and EB disease activity and Scarring Index (EBDASI). With the results of this pilot study, physicians would be able to transition from supportive care (the current state of the art for EB simplex) to targeted molecular therapeutics, leading to improved mobility and quality of life for patients with EB simplex.
- Conditions
- Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex, Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Kobner, Weber-Cockayne Syndrome
- Being tested
- Sirolimus 2%, Vehicle
- Keywords
- Epidermolysis bullosa simplex
- Medical subject headings
- Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Sirolimus 2%Drug
VehicleDrug
Also called Placebo
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Treatment | Experimental | Sirolimus, 2% topical ointment will be used during randomization Receives: Drug: Sirolimus 2% |
| Vehicle | Placebo comparator | A placebo topical ointment will be used during randomization. Receives: Drug: Vehicle |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Foot Health Status Questionnaire
Foot function utilizing the validated Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ) as a change from baseline to the end of each treatment.
Measured: Change from Baseline to End of Treatment completion at 32 Week
Secondary outcomes (4)
FitBit® / pedometer
Measured: Baseline and through study treatment completion at 32-weeks]
Plantar defect size using 3D Photography
Plantar defect size measurements using 3D photography (% change in total defect area) from baseline to the end of each treatment.
Measured: Change in total defect area from Baseline, clinical visits at Week 4, Week 12, Week 16, Week 28, through study treatment completion at 32-weeks
Child Dermatological Quality of Life Questionnaire
Measured: Baseline through study treatment completion at 32 weeks
The Epidermolysis Bullosa Disease Activity and Scarring Index (EBDASI) Disease Severity Scale
Measured: Baseline and through study treatment completion at 32-weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted10 Jan 2017 (estimated)
- Study startMay 2016
- Primary completionJun 2019 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (14)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Epidermolysis Bullosa SimplexStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Crossover
- Masking
- Triple blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Care provider, Investigator
- Enrolment
- 8 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Premier Specialists, Australia
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Dedee F Murrell, MD, Study chair, University of New South Wales
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT03016715
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2016-05-413
- Status last verified
- Oct 2017
- First submitted
- 9 Jan 2017
- Last updated
- 24 Oct 2017
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
Publications
Fine JD, Bruckner-Tuderman L, Eady RA, Bauer EA, Bauer JW, Has C, Heagerty A, Hintner H, Hovnanian A, Jonkman MF, Leigh I, Marinkovich MP, Martinez AE, McGrath JA, Mellerio JE, Moss C, Murrell DF, Shimizu H, Uitto J, Woodley D, Zambruno G. Inherited epidermolysis bullosa: updated recommendations on diagnosis and classification. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014 Jun;70(6):1103-26. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2014.01.903. Epub 2014 Mar 29.
PubMed 24690439Fine JD, Johnson LB, Weiner M, Suchindran C. Assessment of mobility, activities and pain in different subtypes of epidermolysis bullosa. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2004 Mar;29(2):122-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2004.01428.x.
PubMed 14987264Lane EB, McLean WH. Keratins and skin disorders. J Pathol. 2004 Nov;204(4):355-66. doi: 10.1002/path.1643.
PubMed 15495218Castedo M, Ferri KF, Kroemer G. Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR): pro- and anti-apoptotic. Cell Death Differ. 2002 Feb;9(2):99-100. doi: 10.1038/sj.cdd.4400978. No abstract available.
PubMed 11840159Guba M, von Breitenbuch P, Steinbauer M, Koehl G, Flegel S, Hornung M, Bruns CJ, Zuelke C, Farkas S, Anthuber M, Jauch KW, Geissler EK. Rapamycin inhibits primary and metastatic tumor growth by antiangiogenesis: involvement of vascular endothelial growth factor. Nat Med. 2002 Feb;8(2):128-35. doi: 10.1038/nm0202-128.
PubMed 11821896Fogel AL, Hill S, Teng JM. Advances in the therapeutic use of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors in dermatology. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2015 May;72(5):879-89. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.01.014. Epub 2015 Mar 11.
PubMed 25769191Raught B, Gingras AC, Sonenberg N. The target of rapamycin (TOR) proteins. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2001 Jun 19;98(13):7037-44. doi: 10.1073/pnas.121145898.
PubMed 11416184Hickerson RP, Leake D, Pho LN, Leachman SA, Kaspar RL. Rapamycin selectively inhibits expression of an inducible keratin (K6a) in human keratinocytes and improves symptoms in pachyonychia congenita patients. J Dermatol Sci. 2009 Nov;56(2):82-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jdermsci.2009.07.008. Epub 2009 Aug 21.
PubMed 19699613Riskowski JL, Hagedorn TJ, Hannan MT. Measures of foot function, foot health, and foot pain: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Lower Limb Outcomes Assessment: Foot and Ankle Module (AAOS-FAM), Bristol Foot Score (BFS), Revised Foot Function Index (FFI-R), Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ), Manchester Foot Pain and Disability Index (MFPDI), Podiatric Health Questionnaire (PHQ), and Rowan Foot Pain Assessment (ROFPAQ). Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2011 Nov;63 Suppl 11(0 11):S229-39. doi: 10.1002/acr.20554. No abstract available.
PubMed 22588747Loh CC, Kim J, Su JC, Daniel BS, Venugopal SS, Rhodes LM, Intong LR, Law MG, Murrell DF. Development, reliability, and validity of a novel Epidermolysis Bullosa Disease Activity and Scarring Index (EBDASI). J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014 Jan;70(1):89-97.e1-13. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2013.09.041.
PubMed 24355263Venugopal SS, Yan W, Frew JW, Cohn HI, Rhodes LM, Tran K, Melbourne W, Nelson JA, Sturm M, Fogarty J, Marinkovich MP, Igawa S, Ishida-Yamamoto A, Murrell DF. A phase II randomized vehicle-controlled trial of intradermal allogeneic fibroblasts for recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2013 Dec;69(6):898-908.e7. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2013.08.014. Epub 2013 Sep 24.
PubMed 24075228Frew JW, Martin LK, Nijsten T, Murrell DF. Quality of life evaluation in epidermolysis bullosa (EB) through the development of the QOLEB questionnaire: an EB-specific quality of life instrument. Br J Dermatol. 2009 Dec;161(6):1323-30. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2009.09347.x. Epub 2009 Jun 11.
PubMed 19681875Elman S, Hynan LS, Gabriel V, Mayo MJ. The 5-D itch scale: a new measure of pruritus. Br J Dermatol. 2010 Mar;162(3):587-93. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2009.09586.x. Epub 2009 Dec 1.
PubMed 19995367Storm FA, Heller BW, Mazza C. Step detection and activity recognition accuracy of seven physical activity monitors. PLoS One. 2015 Mar 19;10(3):e0118723. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0118723. eCollection 2015.
PubMed 25789630
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 24 Oct 2017. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- A Prospective, Double-Blind, Cross-Over, Pilot Study to Assess Safety and Efficacy of Topical Sirolimus 2% in the Treatment of Plantar Blistering in Patients With Epidermolysis Bullous Simplex (EBS)
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT03016715
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2016-05-413
- Conditions
- Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex, Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Kobner, Weber-Cockayne Syndrome
- Keywords
- Epidermolysis bullosa simplex
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 8 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Premier Specialists, AustraliaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- May 2016
- Primary completion
- Jun 2019 (estimated)
- First posted
- 10 Jan 2017 (estimated)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
: Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) simplex is a rare orphan disease caused by a mutation in DNA leading to abnormal dominant keratins in the skin. Patients with EB simplex develop lifelong painful thick soles on their feet, and current standard of care is supportive. This pilot study will target the dominant mutant keratin proteins in the skin to ameliorate the severity of EB simplex. The purpose is to improve the function of EB simplex feet with an application of topical sirolimus, 2%. The investigators plan on inhibiting the mTOR pathway to down regulate the translation of defective keratin proteins and work through anti proliferative pathways.
Detailed description
The proposed 40 week pilot study being conducted is a prospective, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled crossover study. Participants will be assigned to treat both feet with either topical sirolimus, 2% cream daily or placebo (vehicle-control) for 12 weeks, followed by a 4 week washout period, then re-treatment to both feet will occur by the cross-over intervention.
These studies will exploit the naturally occurring transcriptional regulation of keratin sequences, the known gene aberration causing EB simplex, and assess the potential for mTOR pathway inhibition in treatment of the patient's plantar lesions. The objective of this study is to assess (1) the safety of topical rapamycin for plantar lesions for the treatment of EB simplex, and 2) test if topical rapamycin to improves the clinical severity of lesional skin, including pain and itch, in subjects with EB simplex at the end of treatment versus baseline and compared to an intrasubject placebo treated control. Wound size measurement, quality of life evaluation will be assessed using epidermolysis bullosa (QOLEB), and EB disease activity and Scarring Index (EBDASI). With the results of this pilot study, physicians would be able to transition from supportive care (the current state of the art for EB simplex) to targeted molecular therapeutics, leading to improved mobility and quality of life for patients with EB simplex.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Crossover
- Masking
- Triple blind (participant, care provider, investigator)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Treatment | Experimental | Drug: Sirolimus 2%Sirolimus, 2% topical ointment will be used during randomization |
| Vehicle | Placebo comparator | Drug: VehicleA placebo topical ointment will be used during randomization. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 5 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (10 listed)
- Be capable of understanding the purpose and risks of the study and sign a written Informed Consent Form (ICF); Legally authorized representative of subjects willing and able to give consent for children 5-18 yo
- Be male or female with a diagnosis of EBS
- Minimum EBDASI feet activity score of 2/10
- Age - 5 years or older
- Ability to complete 12 study visits within a 40-week period, each for approximately 30-60 minutes.
Key exclusion criteria (16 listed)
- Allergy to sirolimus or components of the vehicle ointment
- Pregnancy, breast feeding
- Prior history of liver disease
- Serious known concurrent medical illness or infection, which could potentially present a safety risk and/or prevent compliance with the requirements of the treatment program.
- Known immunodeficiency virus or syndrome including those with:
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Sirolimus 2% | Drug | Treatment |
| VehicleAlso: Placebo | Drug | Vehicle |
Primary outcome
Foot Health Status Questionnaire
Time frame: Change from Baseline to End of Treatment completion at 32 Week
Foot function utilizing the validated Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ) as a change from baseline to the end of each treatment.
4 secondary outcomes
FitBit® / pedometer
Time frame: Baseline and through study treatment completion at 32-weeks]
Plantar defect size using 3D Photography
Time frame: Change in total defect area from Baseline, clinical visits at Week 4, Week 12, Week 16, Week 28, through study treatment completion at 32-weeks
Child Dermatological Quality of Life Questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline through study treatment completion at 32 weeks
The Epidermolysis Bullosa Disease Activity and Scarring Index (EBDASI) Disease Severity Scale
Time frame: Baseline and through study treatment completion at 32-weeks
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 24 Oct 2017.
- Background: PubMed 24690439Fine JD, Bruckner-Tuderman L, Eady RA, Bauer EA, Bauer JW, Has C, Heagerty A, Hintner H, Hovnanian A, Jonkman MF, Leigh I, Marinkovich MP, Martinez AE, McGrath JA, Mellerio JE, Moss C, Murrell DF, Shimizu H, Uitto J, Woodley D, Zambruno G. Inherited epidermolysis bullosa: updated recommendations on diagnosis and classification. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014 Jun;70(6):1103-26. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2014.01.903. Epub 2014 Mar 29.
- Background: PubMed 14987264Fine JD, Johnson LB, Weiner M, Suchindran C. Assessment of mobility, activities and pain in different subtypes of epidermolysis bullosa. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2004 Mar;29(2):122-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2004.01428.x.
- Background: PubMed 15495218Lane EB, McLean WH. Keratins and skin disorders. J Pathol. 2004 Nov;204(4):355-66. doi: 10.1002/path.1643.
- Background: PubMed 11840159Castedo M, Ferri KF, Kroemer G. Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR): pro- and anti-apoptotic. Cell Death Differ. 2002 Feb;9(2):99-100. doi: 10.1038/sj.cdd.4400978. No abstract available.
- Background: PubMed 11821896Guba M, von Breitenbuch P, Steinbauer M, Koehl G, Flegel S, Hornung M, Bruns CJ, Zuelke C, Farkas S, Anthuber M, Jauch KW, Geissler EK. Rapamycin inhibits primary and metastatic tumor growth by antiangiogenesis: involvement of vascular endothelial growth factor. Nat Med. 2002 Feb;8(2):128-35. doi: 10.1038/nm0202-128.
- Background: PubMed 25769191Fogel AL, Hill S, Teng JM. Advances in the therapeutic use of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors in dermatology. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2015 May;72(5):879-89. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.01.014. Epub 2015 Mar 11.
- Background: PubMed 11416184Raught B, Gingras AC, Sonenberg N. The target of rapamycin (TOR) proteins. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2001 Jun 19;98(13):7037-44. doi: 10.1073/pnas.121145898.
- Background: PubMed 19699613Hickerson RP, Leake D, Pho LN, Leachman SA, Kaspar RL. Rapamycin selectively inhibits expression of an inducible keratin (K6a) in human keratinocytes and improves symptoms in pachyonychia congenita patients. J Dermatol Sci. 2009 Nov;56(2):82-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jdermsci.2009.07.008. Epub 2009 Aug 21.
- Background: PubMed 22588747Riskowski JL, Hagedorn TJ, Hannan MT. Measures of foot function, foot health, and foot pain: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Lower Limb Outcomes Assessment: Foot and Ankle Module (AAOS-FAM), Bristol Foot Score (BFS), Revised Foot Function Index (FFI-R), Foot Health Status Questionnaire (FHSQ), Manchester Foot Pain and Disability Index (MFPDI), Podiatric Health Questionnaire (PHQ), and Rowan Foot Pain Assessment (ROFPAQ). Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2011 Nov;63 Suppl 11(0 11):S229-39. doi: 10.1002/acr.20554. No abstract available.
- Background: PubMed 24355263Loh CC, Kim J, Su JC, Daniel BS, Venugopal SS, Rhodes LM, Intong LR, Law MG, Murrell DF. Development, reliability, and validity of a novel Epidermolysis Bullosa Disease Activity and Scarring Index (EBDASI). J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014 Jan;70(1):89-97.e1-13. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2013.09.041.
- Background: PubMed 24075228Venugopal SS, Yan W, Frew JW, Cohn HI, Rhodes LM, Tran K, Melbourne W, Nelson JA, Sturm M, Fogarty J, Marinkovich MP, Igawa S, Ishida-Yamamoto A, Murrell DF. A phase II randomized vehicle-controlled trial of intradermal allogeneic fibroblasts for recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2013 Dec;69(6):898-908.e7. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2013.08.014. Epub 2013 Sep 24.
- Background: PubMed 19681875Frew JW, Martin LK, Nijsten T, Murrell DF. Quality of life evaluation in epidermolysis bullosa (EB) through the development of the QOLEB questionnaire: an EB-specific quality of life instrument. Br J Dermatol. 2009 Dec;161(6):1323-30. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2009.09347.x. Epub 2009 Jun 11.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Dedee F Murrell, MD contact
Charmaine Peras contact
Dedee F Murrell, MD study chair
University of New South Wales
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A Phase 2 study testing Sirolimus 2% in people with Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex and Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Kobner, run by Premier Specialists, Australia at 1 site in Australia.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 10 inclusion and 16 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 24 Oct 2017. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Australia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
What does this phase mean?
Phase 2 studies give the treatment to a larger group to see whether it has the intended effect and to keep checking safety.
Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Dedee F Murrell, MD (d.murrell@unsw.edu.au), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Foot Health Status Questionnaire (time frame: Change from Baseline to End of Treatment completion at 32 Week). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT03016715, which also lists 14 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 24 Oct 2017.