There are currently 1875 clinical trials in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania looking for participants to engage in research studies. Trials are conducted at various facilities, including University of Pennsylvania, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Fox Chase Cancer Center and Thomas Jefferson University. Whether you're a healthy volunteer looking to participate in paid medical research or seeking trials related to a specific condition, the city provides a diverse range of opportunities near you.
Feasibility of Semaglutide in Advanced Lung Disease
NCT05746039
Recruiting
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether semaglutide, an FDA-approved treatment for diabetes and obesity, is feasible and tolerable in patients with advanced lung disease. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are: 1. Are patients with advanced lung disease able to tolerate semaglutide therapy? 2. Are we able to titrate semaglutide therapy to a target weight? Participants will be asked to perform pulmonary function, physical function and body composition testing, as well as a bl... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
03/13/2025
Locations: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Obesity, Interstitial Lung Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Sarcoidosis, Pulmonary, Pulmonary Hypertension
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To Compare the Efficacy and Safety of the ATEV With AVF in Female Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease Requiring Hemodialysis
NCT05908084
Recruiting
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the number of catheter-free days (CFD) and the rate and severity of any dialysis access-related infections between the ATEV and AVF groups over 12 months in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) needing hemodialysis (HD). Participants will be stratified by location of the vascular access (forearm versus upper arm) and by type of AVF creation procedure planned by the surgeon at randomization (1-stage AVF versus 2-stage AVF). The comparator is... Read More
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/13/2025
Locations: Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
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Prevalence and Clinical Severity of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
NCT01510067
Recruiting
The Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) database, established in 2006, is a multi-site database between the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
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Autoimmune Blistering Diseases Study
NCT02753777
Recruiting
Pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid (BP) are severe autoimmune blistering diseases (AIBD) that pose a critical need for new therapeutic approaches. Clinical trials in pemphigus and BP will require the availability of validated disease severity measures that can be used to define primary outcomes.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Department of Dermatology, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania +2 locations
Conditions: Pemphigus Vulgaris, Pemphigus Foliaceus, Bullous Pemphigoid
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Clinical Responsiveness of Dermatomyositis Using Cutaneous Dermatomyositis Disease Area and Severity Index (CDASI)
NCT02945345
Recruiting
The Evaluation of Clinical Responsiveness Using the Cutaneous Dermatomyositis Disease Area and Severity Index (CDASI), established in 2008, is a one-site database study conducted at the University of Pennsylvania. The database has yielded valuable information and clinical insights into the pathophysiology, disease processes, including psychological responses, treatments and quality of life associated with dermatomyositis. The CDASI database incorporates the Cutaneous Dermatomyositis Disease Area... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Dermatomyositis
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Lung-MAP: A Master Screening Protocol for Previously-Treated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
NCT03851445
Recruiting
This screening and multi-sub-study randomized phase II/III trial will establish a method for genomic screening of similar large cancer populations followed by assigning and accruing simultaneously to a multi-sub-study hybrid Master Protocol (Lung-MAP). The type of cancer trait (biomarker) will determine to which sub-study, within this protocol, a participant will be assigned to compare new targeted cancer therapy, designed to block the growth and spread of cancer, or combinations to standard of... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: University of Pennsylvania/Abramson Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania +3 locations
Conditions: Previously Treated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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An Early Feasibility Study of the HighLife 28mm Trans-Septal Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement System
NCT04029337
Recruiting
Study to evaluate the feasibility, safety and performance of the HighLife trans-septal Transcatheter Mitral Valve in patients with moderate-severe and severe mitral regurgitation who are at high risk for surgical treatment.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Mitral Regurgitation
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Psoriatic Arthritis D2P Screening
NCT04110522
Recruiting
The overarching goal of this study is to develop a direct-to-patient screening approach that will improve early Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) detection in patients with psoriasis. Previously developed screening questionnaires were intended for use in the setting of a doctor's office to assist providers with referral decisions. However, these screening questionnaires are infrequently used in routine practice because of limitations with time and resources. The study will aim to develop a practical scr... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Psoriatic Arthritis
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ETHAN - ET for Male BC
NCT05501704
Recruiting
This research study is looking to see how well male breast cancer responds to preoperative treatment with endocrine therapy and which endocrine therapy regimen is the most effective treatment for male breast cancer. The drugs used in this study are: * Tamoxifen * Anastrozole * Degarelix * Abemaciclib
Gender:
MALE
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: University of Pennsylvania, Abramson Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Male Breast Cancer, Hormone Receptor-positive Breast Cancer, Hormone Receptor Negative Breast Carcinoma
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Dental Implant Healing With TNF-Alpha Inhibitors
NCT06538870
Recruiting
The goal of this pilot study is to learn about healing after dental implant placement in patients taking a class of biologic drug called Tumor Necrosis Factor or TNF-alpha antagonist or inhibitor. The main questions it aims to answer are: Do patients taking TNF-alpha inhibitors have any complications after the placement of dental implants? Do patients taking TNF-alpha inhibitor experience increased pain after dental implant placement compared to the expected levels when healing from this proced... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Edentulism, Dental Implants, TNF-alpha Inhibitors
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Zimmer Biomet Shoulder Arthroplasty PMCF
NCT04984291
Recruiting
The objectives of this study are to confirm the safety, performance, and clinical benefits of Zimmer Biomet Shoulder Arthroplasty Systems and its instrumentation in primary or revision shoulder arthroplasty. These objectives will be assessed using standard scoring systems, radiographic evidence, and adverse event records. Safety of the system will be assessed by monitoring the frequency an incidence of adverse events.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
20 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/11/2025
Locations: Rothman Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Shoulder Fractures, Shoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Osteoarthritis, Shoulder Deformity, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Pain
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African Cancer Genome: GMD
NCT05754658
Recruiting
The goal of this study is to develop a comprehensive characterization of genetic and molecular drivers of breast and prostate cancer in individuals of African ancestry. The study is conducted by the African Caribbean Cancer Consortium (AC3) and involves the recruitment of patients from nine international AC3 research sites in the Bahamas, Barbados, Benin, Burkina Faso, Haiti, Jamaica, Kenya, Namibia, and Trinidad and Tobago, and the US. The main questions are to: molecularly characterize genomic... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 85 years
Trial Updated:
03/11/2025
Locations: Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer
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