Clinical trials: Ectasia
Endothelial Dysfunction, Aging
Passive Mobilization and Vascular Function
With aging, vascular function (VF) declines. Inactivity and sedentary life style have been shown to contribute to the worsening of VF.
- Conditions
- Endothelial Dysfunction, Aging, Bed Rest
- Trial name
- NCT03087643
- Testing
- Passive mobilization - PM
- Where
- 3 sites in Italy
- Volunteers
- 51 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universita di Verona
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
The Effect of Exenatide Compared to Lantus Insulin on Vascular Function in Type 2 Diabetes
The main goals of the study are to evaluate the effect of Exenatide on endothelial-dependent vasodilation, as measured by flow mediated dilation (FMD), to evaluate the effect on endothelial-independent vasodilation, as measured…
- Trial name
- NCT00353834
- Testing
- Exenatide, Glargine Insulin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 72 people
- Sponsor
- Joslin Diabetes Center
Cardiovascular Diseases, Vascular Dilation
Thromboxane Receptor Antagonist to Improve Endothelial Function
This study evaluates whether addition of the thromboxane receptor antagonist to chronic aspirin therapy improves endothelial function and reduces non-platelet thromboxane generation in patients with established cardiovascular…
- Trial name
- TRAP (NCT03962855)
- Testing
- Ifetroban Sodium
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 57 people
- Sponsor
- Jeffrey Rade
Abortion, Second Trimester
24-hour Mifepristone and Buccal Versus Mifepristone and Vaginal Misoprostol for Cervical Preparation for D&E
This study aims to compare mifepristone and buccal misoprostol to mifepristone and vaginal misoprostol for cervical preparation for second trimester dilation and evacuation (D\&E).
- Trial name
- NCT03134183
- Testing
- Vaginal Misoprostol, Buccal Misoprostol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 70 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Virginia Commonwealth University
Keratoconus, Cornea Ectasia
Safety and Efficacy of Corneal Crosslinking Using the PXL-Platinum 330 for Eyes With Corneal Ectatic Conditions
To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the PXL Platinum 330 device for performing Corneal Crosslinking in patients with corneal thinning conditions.
- Trial name
- NCT04240457
- Testing
- Epithelial-on Corneal Crosslinking with the PXL 330 Platinum system.
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 11 people
- Sponsor
- Arbor Center for Eye Care
Sinusitis
Study to Evaluate the Safety and Initial Effectiveness of the Sinusway™ for Endoscopy of Sinuses in Conjunction With BSD
3NT flexible endoscope is a single-use disposable handheld endoscope that provides a means to visualize the nasal cavity and paranasal sinus space and deliver irrigation to treat the sinus ostia and spaces within the paranasal…
- Trial name
- NCT03390257
- Testing
- 3NT flexible endoscope
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 14 people
- Sponsor
- 3NT Medical Ltd.
Mydriasis
Safety and Efficacy of Phenylephrine 2.5%-Tropicamide 1% Microdose Ophthalmic Solution for Pupil Dilation
This study evaluated pupil dilation after administration of fixed combination tropicamide-phenylephrine (TR/PH) vs. placebo. Participants attended 3 visits.
- Trial name
- MIST-2 (NCT03751098)
- Testing
- Tropicamide/Phenylephrine ophthalmic solution (TR/PE)
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 76 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Eyenovia Inc.
Abortion
Mifepristone Versus Laminaria Insertion for Cervical Preparation Prior to Surgical Abortion at 14-16 Weeks
Women who are requesting pregnancy termination at 14-16 weeks, who would normally have osmotic dilator insertion the day before their procedure, would be asked if they wanted to participate.
- Trial name
- SAMi (NCT00986921)
- Testing
- mifepristone 200 mg, osmotic dilator insertion
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Boston University
Therapeutic Abortion
Same-day Dilapan-S With Adjunctive Misoprostol
Cervical preparation before second trimester dilation and evacuation (D\&E) reduces risks and complications. Osmotic cervical dilators as well as prostaglandin analogues have been studied for cervical preparation.
- Trial name
- DAM (NCT01818414)
- Testing
- Misoprostol, Folic Acid
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 29 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Pittsburgh
Chronic Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis (Diagnosis)
XprESS Maxillary Balloon Dilation Study
A prospective, single-arm, post approval pilot study.
- Trial name
- NCT01525862
- Testing
- Balloon sinus dilation
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 21 people
- Sponsor
- Entellus Medical, Inc.
Overactive Bladder, Constipation
Dysfunctional Voiding and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms With Baclofen
Dysfunctional voiding is often associated with constipation. The association of constipation with urologic pathologic processes has previously been described since the 1950's, but it was only over the past decade that clinicians…
- Conditions
- Overactive Bladder, Constipation, Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
- Trial name
- NCT01003249
- Testing
- Baclofen
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 12 people
- Sponsor
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Cervical Priming
Efficacy and Safety Study of the Misoprostol Vaginal Priming Insert (MVPI) Prior to Hysteroscopy
A Phase II, multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, dose-ranging, study to assess the efficacy and safety of the 100, 200, 400, 800, 1200 and 1600 mcg Misoprostol Vaginal Priming Insert (MVPI) for Women…
- Trial name
- NCT00925938
- Testing
- misoprostol
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 51 people
- Sponsor
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Dilation, Pupil Reaction Absent
Efficacy of the MydCombi on Pupillary Dilation in Pediatric and Adult Patients
To raise the standard of care, improve the overall patient experience and streamline practice flow, Eyenovia has developed an innovative mydriatic to be delivered as a microdose by a specialized dispenser.
- Trial name
- NCT06366217
- Testing
- MydCombi Device, MydCombi Drug
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Francisco
Esophageal Dysmotility
Esophageal Dysmotility - Prospective Study Evaluating Methods for Esophageal Dilation
The purpose of the study is to prospectively evaluate the most effective treatment of esophageal dysmotility that alleviates symptoms of dysphagia and improves quality of life.
- Trial name
- NCT03604523
- Testing
- Dilation by Balloon, Dilation by Semi-rigid Savary
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- University of Massachusetts, Worcester
Cervical Dilation, Labor Pain
DilaCheck Cervical Dilation Measurement Trial
Trial to compare the interexaminer agreement between two cervical dilation examinations conducted by Labor and Delivery physicians when using standard methods versus DilaCheck device.
- Conditions
- Cervical Dilation, Labor Pain, Labor Fast, Labor; Irregular
- Trial name
- NCT03440723
- Testing
- DilaCheck, Cervical dilation examination
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Elm Tree Medical Inc.
Sinusitis
Optimization and Refinement of Technique in In-Office Sinus Dilation 2
A prospective, multi-arm, multi-center, observational post-market study of balloon sinus dilatation in the physician office setting under local anesthesia to treat patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS).
- Trial name
- ORIOS 2 (NCT01107379)
- Testing
- Relieva Balloon Sinuplasty System
- Where
- 3 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 203 people
- Sponsor
- Integra LifeSciences Corporation
Contraceptive Usage
'Levonorgestrel IUD Insertion After D&E Procedure
This study is a randomized controlled trial of insertion of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine device (LNG-IUD) immediately following dilation \& evacuation (D\&E) compared to delayed insertion 3-6 weeks post-D\&E.
- Trial name
- ILIAD (NCT00475228)
- Testing
- Levonorgestrel IUD
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 93 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Pittsburgh
Vascular Stiffness, Endothelial Dysfunction
Targeting Inflammation to Treat Cardiovascular Aging
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States with older age being a primary risk factor.
- Conditions
- Vascular Stiffness, Endothelial Dysfunction, Diastolic Dysfunction
- Trial name
- TIVA (NCT01775865)
- Testing
- Salsalate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 59 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Gary L. Pierce
Abortion, Blood Loss
Effect of Preoperative Buccal Misoprostol on Blood Loss in Second-trimester Dilation and Evacuation Abortion
Misoprostol is a medication used extensively in obstetrics and gynecology for its ability to aid in softening the cervix as well as decreasing blood loss after abortion or vaginal delivery.
- Trial name
- PreopMiso (NCT01436266)
- Testing
- Misoprostol, Folic acid
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 3 people
- Sponsor
- Boston University
Keratoconus, Corneal Diseases
Collagen Cross-Linking With Ultraviolet-A in Asymmetric Corneas
This study will assess changes in visual acuity and corneal symmetry after corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) of asymmetric corneas.
- Conditions
- Keratoconus, Corneal Diseases, Eye Diseases, Photosensitizing Agents
- Trial name
- NCT03029104
- Testing
- CXLO Corneal Strengthening Solution and UVA Illumination Device
- Where
- 9 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 2,228 people
- Sponsor
- Cxlusa