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Recruiting Phase 1 NCT06392711

NCT06392711 Dose-Escalation Trial of Mesenchymal Stromal Cells in Patients With Medical Xerostomia

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NCT ID NCT06392711
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 1
Sponsor University of Wisconsin, Madison
Condition Xerostomia
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 36 participants
Start Date 2024-10-04
Primary Completion 2028-11

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 90 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSC) Dose Level 0Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSC) Dose Level 1

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 1 is the earliest stage of human testing — safety and dosage are the primary focus. Visits are frequent and medical supervision is intensive. You will be among the first people to receive this treatment.

This trial targets 36 participants in total. It began in 2024-10-04 with a primary completion date of 2028-11.

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Brief Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and tolerability of injecting certain cells produced in bone marrow called mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) into salivary glands. The main question it aims to answer is whether injection of MSCs into salivary glands results in any improvement in dry mouth. Participants will: * have bone marrow collected using a needle * undergo a salivary gland ultrasound * complete questionnaires * receive an injection of the bone marrow cells into a salivary gland

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Xerostomia, defined as an unstimulated salivary flow \<1.2 mL in 5 minutes documented at any time following xerostomia diagnosis and prior to enrollment * Xerostomia not resulting from radiotherapy (medical xerostomia) * ≥ 18 years of age, ≤ 90 years of age * Karnofsky performance status ≥ 70, patient eligible for bone marrow aspirate with wakeful anesthesia * Willing and able to give informed consent * Radiographically confirmed bilateral submandibular glands * If female of childbearing potential, negative pregnancy test * Males and females of childbearing potential willing to use acceptable contraception * Laboratory Values (within 28 calendar days of enrollment): * Hgb ≥ 9 g/dL (5.58 mmol/L) * Platelets ≥ 100,000/µL * ANC ≥ 1000/µL * Lymphocytes ≥ 800/µL * PT/INR and PTT within normal limits based on age/sex Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with one submandibular gland * Sialolithiasis * Poorly-controlled diabetes mellitus (HbA1c ≥ 7%) * Patients who initiated any diuretic therapy before developing dry mouth symptoms and are still on diuretic therapy and the referring provider believes the dryness symptoms are driven by diuretic use * Untreated oral candidiasis based on physical exam at enrollment * Malignancy within the last 2 years (except adequately treated stage I lung cancer, low risk prostate cancer that has been treated or is undergoing active surveillance, adequately treated non-melanoma skin cancer, adequately treated DCIS, or adequately treated stage I cervical cancer) * For patients on immunosuppressive therapy, must be on stable dose of immunosuppressive therapy for at least 2 months, allowing for dose adjustments for blood levels of drugs * Transfusion dependency * Life expectancy ≤ 6 months as determined by the investigator * Use of investigational drugs, biologics, or devices within 30 calendar days prior to enrollment * Pregnant or lactating women or those who plan to become pregnant during the study * Not suitable for study participation due to other reasons at discretion of investigators. * Enrollment in another clinical study possibly interfering with the endpoints of this study

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Cancer Connect

✉ clinicaltrials@cancer.wisc.edu

📞 800-622-8922

Principal Investigator

Sara McCoy, MD, PhD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06392711 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 90 Years, studying Xerostomia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06392711 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 1 trials are the first stage of human testing. The primary goal is to assess safety and determine appropriate dosage levels. Participants are closely monitored. These trials typically involve a small number of volunteers.

Is NCT06392711 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06392711 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at clinicaltrials@cancer.wisc.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06392711 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Madison, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06392711 clinical trial?

NCT06392711 is sponsored by University of Wisconsin, Madison. The principal investigator is Sara McCoy, MD, PhD at University of Wisconsin, Madison. The trial plans to enroll 36 participants.

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