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ALL
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
AIDS/HIV
Alcohol Dependence
Arthritis
Bipolar Disorders
Cervical Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Depression
Barrett's Esophagus
Eye Conditions
Eye Disease
Memory Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Psoriasis
Skin Conditions
Diabetes
Ovarian Cancer
Stroke
High Blood Pressure
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Spinal Cord Injury
Women's Health
Sleep Disorders
Bladder Problems
Cervical Lesions
Hair Loss
HIV
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Urea Cycle Disorders
Neurology
Pulmonary
ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
Hemorrhagic Radiation Proctitis

Trial Name

AIDS/HIV (A5202)

This research study is designed to learn whether different anti-HIV medication ("HAART") combinations work equally well in participants who have never taken anti-HIV medications before. ... more


Alcohol Dependence and Bipolar Disorder Study

The Addiction Recovery Services of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is conducting clinical research on the treatment of Alcohol Dependence in adults with Bipolar I Disorder, a mood disorder that affects more than ... more


Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

ALS is a devastating disease that eventually affects respiratory function. Treatment options for respiratory function are limited to no treatment, non-invasive or invasive ventilation. Stimulation of the Diaphragm in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is an investigation of a diaphragm pacing system ... more


Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Adults

This research study will examine how atomoxetine (Scrattera) in the treatment of ADHD in adults and how ADHD affects family functioning. Eligible participants who meet screening criteria will be closely monitored with frequent clinical visits with a physician ... more


Barrett's Esophagus

This study is designed to determine whether there is an increased incidence of Barrett's esophagus or esophageal cancer in the relatives of persons with Barrett's esophagus or esophageal cancer. ... more


Bipolar Disorder, Older Adults

This research study compares lithium and valproate (Depakote) in the treatment of older adults with bipolar manic (high mood) and hypomanic episodes (slightly high mood) ... more


Bladder Function, Women

This research study will evaluate the usefulness of urodynamic testing which is a test that measures bladder function. ... more


Cancer Risk, Ovarian

The purpose of this research study is to learn more about how to care for women who are at increased genetic risk of ovarian cancer. ... more


Cancer, Ovarian, Fallopian Tube or Peritoneal

This research study is designed to compare two treatments for ovarian, fallopian tube or peritoneal cancers. ... more


Cervical Cancer

This research study is designed to determine whether combining the drug Tirapazamine with Cisplatin during radiation therapy increases the length of time that patients with cancer of the cervix live without their cancer coming back compared to patients who receive Cisplatin and radiation therapy without receiving Tirapazamine. ... more


Cervical Lesions

This research study is designed to test the drug Celecoxib in the treatment of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN 3-a precancerous lesion of the cervix). ... more


Crohn's Disease

This research study is designed to look at the safety and effectiveness of an oral study drug called AST-120 in participants who have Crohn's disease with a draining fistula ... more


Depression, Adolescents

This research study will examine the use of escitalopram (Lexapro) in the treatment of children suffering from depression. ... more


Diabetes and Kidney Disease

This research study is designed to determine whether the study medication will slow the progress of kidney disease in individuals with Type II Diabetes. ... more


Hair Loss

The Skin Study Center of the Department of Dermatology is doing basic research into the cellular causes of hair loss (alopecia). ... more


Heart Failure

FUSION II is a research study for patients who have recently been hospitalized with heart failure. The research study is designed to determine whether a medicine called nesiritide (Natrecor®) ... more


High Blood Pressure after stroke

The goal of this research study is to find out if the drug nicardipine (Cardene®) can be used for the treatment of high blood pressure that occurs after people have suffered a stroke due to sudden bleeding in their brain. ... more


HIV, Prevention of Fat Loss

The HIV Metabolic Research Center is conducting the HIV Lipoatrophy Study to understand how HIV infected adults can avoid the disfigurement of fat loss. ... more


Lupus Atherosclerosis Prevention, Children and Young Adults

This research study is designed to learn more about preventing atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) in children and young adults with Lupus. ... more


Lupus, Skin Disease

The Department of Dermatology is conducting an investigational study for patients with lupus that manifests in the skin and affects specific cells in the immune system. ... more


Memory Loss

For nearly 20 years, University Memory and Aging Center researchers have been studying why some people develop problems with memory, thinking, and activities of daily living as they age, while others retain normal memories. ... more


Myasthenia Gravis

This research study is designed to determine whether thymectomy (surgical removal of the thymus) helps participants with myasthenia gravis (MG) get better compared to using only medications like prednisone that suppress the immune system. ... more


Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Children and Adolescents

This research study is designed for children and adolescents who have experienced a trauma (e.g. sexual/physical abuse, violence, a car accident) and then developed posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). ... more


Psoriasis #1

The Department of Dermatology is conducting research for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a medication that is a subcutaneous injection (just underneath the skin). ... more


Psoriasis #2

The Department of Dermatology is conducting a research study to evaluate the effects of a cream applied to the skin for the treatment of psoriasis. ... more


Psoriasis #3

The Department of Dermatology is conducting research for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a medication that is a subcutaneous injection (just underneath the skin). ... more


Skin Conditions, Pre-Malignant and Malignant

The Skin Study Center in the Department of Dermatology is conducting a research study for adults with Actinic keratoses (AK), Bowen's disease, Squamous cell carcinoma, Basal cell carcinoma, or Mycosis fungoides (MF stages IA, IIA, IB, or IIB). ... more


Skin Study

The Skin Study Center of the Department of Dermatology is doing basic research into the cellular causes of psoriasis. ... more


Spinal Cord Injury

"Electrical activation of the diaphragm for ventilatory assist" is a clinical research study investigating a new diaphragm pacing system in quadriplegic patients who require a mechanism ventilator. ... more


Stroke #2

The Neurological Institute Clinical Trials Unit is conducting a research study to find out if treatment with either aspirin alone or aspirin and Plavix® help to prevent another stroke in people who recently suffered a "lacunar stroke&qu ... more


Stroke #3

This research study is designed to compare two treatments for inidividuals who have a Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO; an opening in the heart) and who had a recent stroke. ... more


Stroke #5

Standard rehabilitation does not restore normal, safe walking to many stroke survivors. Functional Neuromuscular Stimulation (FNS), using intramuscular electrodes (applying electrical stimulation to the muscles), has been shown to help retrain walking patterns for people who have had a stroke more than one year ago. ... more


Stroke #6

This research study is designed to improve arm function after stroke. Two types of treatment will be offered: 1) robotics motor learning (ROB ML); and 2) FNS motor learning (FNS ML). ... more


Stroke and Insulin Resistance

The Department of Neurology is conducting a research study to determine whether pioglitazone, a medication used to treat diabetes, may help prevent another stroke in patients who have been diagnosed with insulin resistance and who have already ... more


Urea Cycle Disorders

The Longitudinal Study of Urea Cycle Disorders (UCDs) will follow individuals with UCDs so that more can be learned about the natural history of all eight forms of the disorder. ... more


Women's Health # 4, Effects of Chemotherapy

This research study will use blood tests and (optional) ultrasound imaging to help doctors learn more about hormone levels and other aspects of ovarian structure and function before, during, and after chemotherapy. ... more


Topical Patch for OA Knee Pain

This research study will evaluate a topical knee patch compared with placebo in treating patients who have OA of the knee. ... more


Injectable Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis

This research study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of an injectable drug in the treatment of subjects with rheumatoid arthritis who have an inadequate response to TNF- therapy. ... more


Treadmill Walking Study

This research study will evaluate the performance of a Walking Model of Osteoarthritis (OA) while walking on a treadmill. ... more


A Multicenter, Prospective, Observational Evaluation of the Repair of Infected or Contaminated Hernias (RICH) using LTM

Infected or contaminated hernias
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Hemorrhoid Surgery

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A Randomized Controlled Trial of Vitamin D Therapy in Heart Failure Patients

A Randomized trial of Vitamin D and Calcium therapy versus Placebo and Calcium in patients 60 years or older with Heart Failure from any cause.
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AREDS2

AREDS 2 - Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2: An investigative study of the effects of oral supplements of lutein/zeaxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids for the treatment of dry AMD. ... more


DRCR.net Protocol I

The purpose of this research is to determine if ranibizumab alone or with laser photocoagulation is more efficacious than photocoagulation alone for the treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema. ... more


DRCR.net Protocol J

The purpose of this research is to determine if Intravitreal triamcinolone acetonide or intravitreal ranibizumab will reduce the magnitude of visual acuity loss in patients with Diabetic Macular Edema. ... more


Generalized Anxiety Disorder & Bipolar Disorder

The Mood Disorders Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is conducting clinical research on the treatment of symptoms related to Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Bipolar Disorder with or without Substance Use Disorder. ... more


Major Depressive Disorder & Generalized Anxiety Disorder

The Mood Disorders Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is conducting clinical research on the treatment of symptoms related to Major Depressive Disorder with Generalized Anxiety. ... more


Treatment Refractory Depression Registry

The Mood Disorders Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is conducting an observational study related to Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD), which is defined as being in the current episode of depression for the past 2 years or longer, and having failed trials of at least 4 medications for depression. ... more


Bipolar Disorder and Major Depression Registry

The Mood Disorders Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is building a Registry to collect demographic information on a wide cross section of patients with a mood disorder. ... more


Lithium Treatment in Bipolar Disorder

The Mood Disorders Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is conducting clinical research on the treatment of symptoms related to Bipolar Disorder, a mood disorder that affects more than four million people in the United States. ... more


Major Depression and Metabolic Syndrome

The Mood Disorders Research Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is conducting clinical research on the treatment of symptoms related to Major Depressive Disorder. ... more


Bipolar Disorder and Major Depression Registry

The Mood Disorders Program of University Hospitals Case Medical Center is building a Registry to collect demographic information on a wide cross section of patients with a mood disorder. ... more


HomePAP Study

The study is a randomized, parallel group, unblinded, multicenter study that compares two approaches [home-based, portable monitoring (PM) versus attended, laboratory-based polysomnography (PSG) (Lab)] in adults, at least 18 years of age, with a moderate to high probability of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and who have been referred to sleep medicine specialists at AASM-accredited sleep centers for evaluation and/or management.

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TOPCAT

Treatment of Preserved Cardiac Function Heart Failure with an Aldosterone Antagonist ... more


Myasthenia Gravis

A Multi-Center, Single-Blind, Randomized Study Comparing Thymectomy to No Thymectomy in Non-Thymomatous Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Patients Receiving Prednisone

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Brain Scope

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A Long-term Study of Ambrisentan in Patients with Pulmonary Hypertention

ARIES-3: A Phase 3, Long-term, Open-label, Multicenter Safety and Efficacy Study of Ambrisentan in Subjects with Pulmonary Hypertension

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National Registry for Newly Diagnosed Pulmonary Hypertension Patients

REVEAL Registry (Registry to EValuate Early and Long-Term PAH Disease)

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High Calorie Versus Low Calorie Diet and OMEGA Oil Versus Placebo in Inpatients with Acute Lung Injury

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Oral Remodulin Treatment for Newly Diagnosed Patients with Pulmonary Hypertension

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Long-term Study of the use of Oral Remodulin in Patients with Pulmonary Hypertension

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Radiation Proctitis

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Immunity against tuberculosis

The purpose of this research study is to understand how immune responses within the lung protect against respiratory infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the organism that causes tuberculosis (Tb). ... more


Immune responses in pulmonary sarcoidosis

The purpose of this research study is to clarify the cause of the multi-organ inflammatory disease sarcoidosis. ... more