Pulmonary Medicine

Below are current clinical trials.

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1. A Study of Inhaled RVT-1601 for the Treatment of Persistent Cough in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)

   Rochester, Minn.

   The purpose of this study is to evaluate Inhaled RVT-1601 (formerly, PA101B), a new inhalation formulation of cromolyn sodium delivered via the eFlow® Closed System (CS) nebulizer, for the treatment of persistent cough in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).

2. A Global Study to Assess the Effects of MEDI4736, Given as Monotherapy or in Combination With Tremelimumab Determined by PD-L1 Expression Versus Standard of Care in Patients With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Non Small Cell Lung Cancer

   Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

   This study is a Phase III, randomised, open label, multi-centre study assessing the efficacy and safety of MEDI4736 versus Standard of Care in NSCLC patients with PD-L1 positive tumours and the combination of MEDI4736 plus tremelimumab (MEDI4736+treme) versus Standard of Care in NSCLC patients with PD-L1-negative tumours in the treatment of male and female patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC (Stage IIIB-IV), who have received at least 2 prior systemic treatment regimens including 1 platinum-based chemotherapy regimen for NSCLC. Patients with known EGFR (Epidermal growth factor receptor) tyrosine kinase (TK) activating mutations and anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) rearrangements are not eligible for the study (prospective testing is not planned within this study). The Standard of Care options are: an EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor (erlotinib [TARCEVA®]), gemcitabine or vinorelbine (NAVELBINE®).

3. Mindful Breathing Awareness Through Pursed-Lip Breathing Training

   Rochester, Minn.

   To establish the feasibility of a tool that monitors and motivates people with COPD to complete training in mindful pursed-lip breathing to enhance pulmonary rehabilitation at home.

4. Influence of Immunosuppresion on Lung Iron Content in Pneumonia

   Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

   The purpose of the study is to see whether lung concentrations of iron and a protein that binds iron are influenced by the presence of pneumonia. Increased amounts of iron in the lungs may promote the growth or microorganisms and may influence the severity of lung injury caused by an infection. We are comparing the amount of iron that accumulates in the lungs in response to pneumonia in different types of patients.

5. Low Dose Naltrexone to Improve Physical Health in Patients With Vasculitis

   Rochester, Minn.

   The purpose of this clinical trial is to determine if low dose naltrexone is effective in improving health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among patients with vasculitis. Although it is a pilot study, a placebo-controlled component is used because of the prominent placebo group effect seen in studies with self-reported subjective outcomes.

   Naltrexone is an FDA approved drug (for alcoholism) that has found widespread use "off-label" to treat pain and improve quality of life at much lower doses than are used for the approved indication. There are a few scientific studies in three conditions (fibromyalgia, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis) that suggest that this drug has benefit and is safe. However, considering the extent of use in other conditions, and uncertainty about the mechanism of action study is needed in a diverse set of diseases, including vasculitis.

6. A Study to Evaluate Whether or Not Selexipag is Effective and Safe in Patients with Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension when the Disease is Inoperable or Persistent/Recurrent After Surgery

   Jacksonville, Fla.

   The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness and safety of selexipag in subjects with inoperable or persistent/recurrent chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH).

7. Impulse Oscillometry in Idiopathic Subglottic StenosisCap

   Rochester, Minn.

   The purpose of this study is to describe impulse oscillometry (IOS) in patients with symptomatic idiopathic subglottic stenosis (iSGS). The study will also compare IOS findings in patients with iSGS with IOS findings in patients with small airways obstruction and in healthy controls.

    

8. Study to Assess the Safety and Effectiveness of Oral BTD-001 in Adults with Idiopathic Hypersomnia

   Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz., Rochester, Minn.

   The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability and effectiveness of BTD-001 in subjects with idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) as reflected by changes in mental fogginess, sleep, functional, and quality-of-life measures.

9. Recording Breath Acoustics and Lung Mechanics in Patients with COPD, Asthma, and Cystic Fibrosis

   Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

   The purpose of this study is to obtain breath acoustic recordings and measures of lung mechanics in patients with COPD, asthma, and cystic fibrosis breathing at rest and during light submaximal exercise. The plan is to examine these respiratory acoustics and mechanics in relation to determinants of disease and/or disease states (classic respiratory pathophysiology) and quality of life measures in these patient populations to determine if any relationship or patterns exist when comparing across respiratory diseases and within a condition based on disease severity.       

10. Home Pulmonary Rehabilitation for COPD

    Jacksonville, Fla., Rochester, Minn.

    While pulmonary rehabilitation provides benefits to people with COPD, only 1.5% have access to pulmonary rehabilitation each year. The main barriers are related to travel and transportation. This protocol will evaluate the effect of a home-based rehabilitation system on quality of life and steps. The system allows for monitoring by a health care system. A health coach will review the data and provide coaching to facilitate behavioral change and self-efficacy. Patients will be randomized to 1 of 2 groups.