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NCT03728673 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2

A Study Utilizing Escitalopram in Glioma Patients

A Phase 2 study of Glioma and Glioma of Brain, sponsored by University of Nebraska.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
20
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT03728673 is a Phase 2 study of Glioma and Glioma of Brain that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of Nebraska. The registered enrollment target is 20 participants, below the 210-participant average among 87 other Glioma trials with a reported enrollment target (90% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT03728673, a Phase 2 study of Glioma and Glioma of Brain, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of Nebraska.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
20 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

Glioma is a cancer of glial cells, a class of tissue supporting neuronal function in the brain. As many as 85% of glioma patients experience cognitive impairment. This is not only from direct tumor involvement, but also from therapy such as cranial radiation and chemotherapy, which degrades neuronal function. There is evidence that serotonin selective reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as escitalopram, improve cognition or prevent cognitive decline and may also improve outcomes critical to overall survival including functional independence, psychosocial stability, and quality of life. This pilot study will evaluate the effectiveness of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) escitalopram for treating cognitive impairment in newly diagnosed grade IV glioma over a 17 week treatment period.

Conditions Studied

Interventions

  • DRUG Escitalopram Oral Capsules

Study Locations (1)

Nebraska

  • University of Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 20 participants
Start Date 2019-03-06
Est. Completion 2027-08
Phase Phase 2

Sponsor

University of Nebraska

407 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03728673

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03728673 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 2. The registered enrollment target is 20 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 210-participant average among 87 other Glioma trials with a reported enrollment target (90% lower). The listed sponsor is University of Nebraska, which has 407 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Glioma appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Escitalopram Oral Capsules is the first listed.

NCT03728673 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Nebraska.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT03728673 about?

NCT03728673 is a clinical study titled "A Study Utilizing Escitalopram in Glioma Patients". Glioma is a cancer of glial cells, a class of tissue supporting neuronal function in the brain. As many as 85% of glioma patients experience cognitive impairment. This is not only from direct tumor involvement, but also from therapy such as cranial radiation and chemotherapy, which degrades neuronal...

What is the current status of trial NCT03728673?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 20 participants. The study started on 2019-03-06. Estimated completion is 2027-08.

What conditions does trial NCT03728673 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Glioma, Glioma of Brain.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03728673?

The interventions under investigation include: Escitalopram Oral Capsules (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03728673?

This trial is sponsored by University of Nebraska, which has 407 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT03728673 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Nebraska. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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