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giant cell arteritis

Total Trials
6
Recruiting Now
6
Trial Phases
Phase 3

ClinicalMetric tracks all active clinical trials for giant cell arteritis sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Research in this area spans early-phase safety investigations through large Phase 3 confirmatory trials, conducted by NIH-funded academic centers, independent investigators, and pharmaceutical sponsors worldwide. Each listing is updated daily as new studies open enrollment and existing ones reach capacity or complete follow-up.

Trial listings include the NCT identifier, current recruitment status, phase classification, primary and secondary endpoints, estimated enrollment size, participating countries, and direct links to the full protocol on ClinicalTrials.gov. Eligibility criteria — including age range, disease stage, and prior treatment requirements — are documented for every study to help patients and clinicians assess suitability before contacting a trial site.

Frequently Asked Questions — giant cell arteritis Clinical Trials

How many clinical trials are currently recruiting for giant cell arteritis?
ClinicalMetric currently tracks 6 actively recruiting clinical trials for giant cell arteritis, sourced in real time from ClinicalTrials.gov. The total number of registered studies—including those not yet enrolling or in active follow-up—is 6. Trial availability changes daily as new studies open enrollment and existing ones reach capacity.
What trial phases are available for giant cell arteritis?
giant cell arteritis research spans Phase 3 (1 trial). Phase 1 studies evaluate safety and dosing in small groups, Phase 2 studies assess preliminary efficacy in 100–300 participants, and Phase 3 trials compare the new treatment against the standard of care in 300–3,000+ patients. Phase 4 post-approval studies monitor long-term outcomes in real-world populations.
How do I find out if I qualify for a giant cell arteritis clinical trial?
Eligibility criteria for giant cell arteritis trials vary by study and typically specify age range, disease stage or severity, prior treatment history, and specific diagnostic or laboratory parameters. Each listing on ClinicalMetric links to the full protocol on ClinicalTrials.gov, where inclusion and exclusion criteria are documented. Contact the sponsoring site's research coordinator directly to confirm your eligibility—your treating physician or specialist can also help identify the most appropriate trial based on your medical history and current treatment status.
Trial Phases
Phase 3
1
Top Sponsors
University of Leeds 1 trial
University of Pennsylvania 1 trial
Centre Integre Universitaire de Sante et Services Sociaux du Nord de l'ile de Montreal 1 trial
University Hospital, Brest 1 trial
University of Bonn 1 trial

Recruiting Clinical Trials

NCT04102930
Recruiting

Clinical and Immunogenetic Characterization of Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) and Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Enrollment
4,500 pts
Location
United Kingdom
Sponsor
University of Leeds
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NCT04474847 Phase 3
Recruiting

Abatacept for the Treatment of Giant Cell Arteritis

Enrollment
78 pts
Location
United States, Canad...
Sponsor
University of Pennsylvania
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NCT05749094
Recruiting

Optic Nerve Sheath Ultrasound in Giant Cell Arteritis

Enrollment
285 pts
Location
Canada
Sponsor
Centre Integre Universitaire d...
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NCT04664465
Recruiting

PRediction of DIverse Glucocorticoids ToxIcity OUtcomeS

Enrollment
300 pts
Location
France
Sponsor
University Hospital, Brest
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NCT06279065
Recruiting

Investigation of the Influence of the Human Microbiome on Giant Cell Arteritis

Enrollment
50 pts
Location
Germany
Sponsor
University of Bonn
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NCT07084480
Recruiting

Giant Cell Arteritis - Ways to Precision Medicine

Enrollment
400 pts
Location
Germany
Sponsor
Wuerzburg University Hospital
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