I was quite surprised to learn this given that they have applied for FDA review, but they are indeed still enrolling for phase 3 open label trials. The kicker is that the limit is for 38 participants and takes place in only a few states: CA, WA, IL, MI.
I am fortunate enough to have a study going on less than 50 miles from my home. I already have a tentative date of July 2nd for the procedure.
I know that some are skeptical, but I think this might be a really great opportunity for a less invasive surgery than DBS. There are many benefits:
proven therapy that works (efficacy in high 90th percentile)
longitudinal evidence it is relatively safe
benefit of 16 hours continuous "on time"
less dyskinesiaHi laura,
I hope you get to try the pump.What bothers me is the foot draging.The pump has been on the market along time so i wonder why trials are needed.
I have a friend who has advanced PD. He spends most of his time in bed.The place hes at(VA hosptial)sort of gave up on him ,very litle therapy. hes 70 and not demented so i wish he could get a chance at the pump.he should have had a shot at DBS but didnt.
They say most dont qualify for DBS but they dont say why.
Hope all goes well and you get relief.
I also have tried to get info on the trials but havnt found any literature on them.
best
john
best wishes on your trial.
minimally invasive 45 min. procedure (home in 2 hours local anesthetic only)
free ride on expensive drug for a minimum of 15 months
I already have the procedure tentatively scheduled for July 2nd! I go in for my first screening appt in early June.
I hope I make the cut. If there is interest I will share more info if it looks like it is all systems go for me.
Laura
link to study info:
https://www.clinicalconnection.com/19726.aspx