Pennsylvania is currently home to 3305 active clinical trials, seeking participants for engagement in research studies. These trials take place at a variety of cities in the state, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Hershey and Allentown. Whether you're a healthy volunteer interested in paid medical research or someone seeking trials related to a specific condition, the state offers a diverse array of opportunities in your vicinity.
Reverse-Engineering of Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (RE-EEN) in Crohn's Disease: A Multi-Center Trial
Recruiting
This study will compare the tolerability and efficacy of conventional formula Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN) and whole-food blended smoothie EEN by enrolling a total of 60 participants with newly diagnosed pediatric Crohn's disease (CD). Participants will be provided either commercial formula or guided on the preparation of the home-blended smoothie. These participants will be given a specific recipe, blender, and be provided the food components to the smoothie. The study will total 8 weeks... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 8 years and 21 years
Trial Updated:
05/08/2024
Locations: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Crohn Disease
Effectiveness of the On the Move Group Exercise Program to Improve Mobility in Community-dwelling Older Adults
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to test the effectiveness of On the Move (OTM) in terms of improving mobility among 502 older adults in 44 senior community centers and to evaluate intervention fidelity, including adherence and competence, and the impact of organizational, instructor, and participant level factors on intervention fidelity.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
60 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/08/2024
Locations: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Mobility Limitation
APL-101 Study of Subjects With NSCLC With c-Met EXON 14 Skip Mutations and c-Met Dysregulation Advanced Solid Tumors
Recruiting
To assess: * efficacy of APL-101 as monotherapy for the treatment of NSCLC harboring MET Exon 14 skipping mutations, NSCLC harboring MET amplification, solid tumors harboring MET amplification, solid tumors harboring MET fusion, primary CNS tumors harboring MET alterations, solid tumors harboring wild-type MET with overexpression of HGF and MET * efficacy of APL-101 as an add-on therapy to EGFR inhibitor for the treatment of NSCLC harboring EGFR activating mutations and developed acquired resis... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/08/2024
Locations: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Advanced Cancer, Renal Cancer, Gastric Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma, NSCLC, Lung Cancer, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma Multiforme, Solid Tumors, EGFR Gene Mutation, MET Amplification, HGF, Thyroid Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Colon Cancer, MET Alteration, MET Fusion, Exon 14 Skipping
PARTNER 3 Trial - Aortic Valve-in-Valve
Recruiting
This study will assess the safety and effectiveness of the SAPIEN 3/SAPIEN 3 Ultra transcatheter heart valve (THV) in patients with a failing aortic bioprosthetic valve.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
05/08/2024
Locations: University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Aortic Stenosis, Aortic Stenosis, Severe
Testing LiverWatch, a Home-Based Remote-Monitoring Intervention for Advanced Liver Disease
Recruiting
Remote healthcare monitoring for cirrhosis has shown promise in overcoming barriers to accessing specialty care, improving healthcare quality, and reducing mortality. The LiverWatch study is investigating whether a remote nutrition, physical activity, and education intervention can improve health outcomes in those with cirrhosis. In this clinical trial, individuals will be randomized to either enhanced usual care or the LiverWatch intervention. Both groups are given fitbits and asked to increase... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/07/2024
Locations: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Cirrhosis, Liver, End Stage Liver DIsease, Symptoms and Signs, Physical Inactivity, Muscle Loss
Technology Enabled Strategies to Promote Treatment Adherence in Liver Transplant
Recruiting
Liver transplantation is increasingly performed for older adults with multiple comorbidities. Medication adherence is key to maintaining proper function of the transplanted liver and optimize health; however, adhering to post-transplant treatment is complex. This trial will study how available technology combined with transplant center resources and caregiver support can optimize medication adherence, quality of life, and health outcomes among new liver transplant recipients at 3 centers.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/07/2024
Locations: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Liver Transplant; Complications, Cirrhosis, End Stage Liver DIsease, Medication Adherence
The eXtroardinarY Babies Study: Natural History of Health and Neurodevelopment in Infants and Young Children With Sex Chromosome Trisomy
Recruiting
This study is designed to research the natural history of neurodevelopment, health and early hormonal function in infants with XXY/Klinefelter syndrome, XYY, XXX and other sex chromosome variations in an effort to identify early predictors of developmental and health outcomes. The Investigators will also evaluate different developmental screening tools in infants with sex chromosome variations so the investigators can develop recommendations for pediatrician caring for infants and young children... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 6 weeks and 13 months
Trial Updated:
05/07/2024
Locations: Nemours at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Klinefelter Syndrome, Trisomy X, XYY Syndrome, XXXY and XXXXY Syndrome, Xxyy Syndrome, Xyyy Syndrome, Xxxx Syndrome, Xxxxx Syndrome, Xxxyy Syndrome, Xxyyy Syndrome, Xyyyy Syndrome, Male With Sex Chromosome Mosaicism
Genetic Determinants of Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
Recruiting
The overall objectives of this BETRNet Research Center (RC) are: 1. to conduct a rigorous, integrated spectrum of transdisciplinary human research in Barrett's esophagus (BE) and esophageal adenocarcinoma (ECA) 2. to increase the biological understanding of key observations made by our clinical researchers; 3. to translate knowledge derived from genetic, epigenetic, and transcriptome research to solving clinical dilemmas in detection, prognosis, prevention, and therapy of BE in order to prevent... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/07/2024
Locations: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Barrett's Esophagus, Esophageal Neoplasm
AETOS Shoulder System
Recruiting
The goal of this study is to confirm the safety and performance of the AETOS Shoulder System for USA adoption. This is a prospective, open, adaptive, non-comparative, multi-centre investigation enrolling a maximum of 220 subjects in 2 cohorts (anatomic and reverse) at up to 15 sites. No intra-study comparator group will be included, and there will be no randomization
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/06/2024
Locations: Rothman Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Shoulder Osteoarthritis, Shoulder Arthritis
Evolution of Metabolic and Immune Dysfunction in In-transit Melanoma
Recruiting
Melanoma in-transit metastases (ITMs) continue to represent a therapeutic dilemma, in that no standard method of treatment has been uniformly adopted. The complexity and heterogeneity of patient and disease characteristics, including the location and number of ITMs presents a barrier to a one size fits all treatment approach. Treatment of patients with limited regional disease remains challenging. Patients are typically treated with a combination of surgery, regional therapy, systemic therapy. D... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/06/2024
Locations: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Melanoma
MyPaTH Story Booth
Recruiting
The MyPaTH Story Booth will use an (audio) "document" approach to elicit in depth experiential knowledge or perspectives from patients and caregivers by recording their personal stories.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 99 years
Trial Updated:
05/06/2024
Locations: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Narrative Medicine
A Trial of Pembrolizumab and Metformin Versus Pembrolizumab Alone in Advanced Melanoma
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the combination of Pembrolizumab (KEYTRUDA®) and the investigational drug, Metformin.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/06/2024
Locations: Univ of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Advanced Melanoma