Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Down Syndrome clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 175 recruiting down syndrome studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Los Angeles
- NCT07742735RecruitingPhase 3
Study of apraglutide for short bowel syndrome with intestinal failure
This study tests a new medicine called apraglutide, given as a shot, to see if it can help adults with short bowel syndrome and intestinal failure reduce their need for intravenous nutrition (parenteral support). The study compares apraglutide to a placebo (a shot with no medicine) to check if it is safe and effective.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT01186913Enrolling by invitation
Natural history study for severe combined immune deficiency (SCID)
This study follows children and adults with SCID and related immune disorders to understand how the illness behaves over time. It also helps researchers learn which testing results and genetic types of SCID match different treatment plans.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05928052Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to help ARDS patients get off the ventilator
This study tests whether stimulating nerves in the spine can help people with severe lung injury (ARDS) breathe without a ventilator sooner. It may help shorten the time you need a breathing machine in the ICU.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06428019RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing drug combinations for untreated CLL or SLL
This trial tests two different drug combinations (venetoclax with obinutuzumab or with acalabrutinib) to see how they affect the risk of tumor lysis syndrome in people with untreated CLL or SLL. It may help find the safest and most effective way to start treatment.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06715787Recruiting
Perinatal support program for pregnant people
This trial tests a support program for pregnant individuals who qualify for certain food assistance benefits. It aims to see if the program helps with pregnancy and infant health.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07591584Recruiting
Digestive Enzyme Blend for Bloating and Gas Relief
This study tests whether a daily digestive enzyme supplement designed to break down certain hard-to-digest foods can reduce bloating and belly pain. You'll use a smartphone app to track your symptoms over several weeks to see if the enzyme helps.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06193928Recruiting
Long-term safety study of Livmarli in ALGS or PFIC
This study is following patients who are already taking Livmarli (maralixibat) for Alagille syndrome or PFIC to see how safe and effective it is over the long term.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05849662RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Trametinib plus azacitidine for newly diagnosed JMML
This trial studies whether trametinib and azacitidine can control juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) soon after diagnosis. It’s designed to test safety and how well the treatment works in children and young adults who meet specific leukemia and genetic criteria.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1 month–21 years - NCT07157254RecruitingPhase 2
Study of GTX-102 for People with Angelman Syndrome
This study tests an experimental drug called GTX-102 for people with Angelman syndrome. It aims to see if the drug is safe and can help with symptoms. The trial includes different age groups and genetic types of Angelman syndrome.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1–64 - NCT06819670RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing infantile spasms from coming back
This trial tests whether a longer course of steroids can keep infantile spasms from returning in babies who have already responded to standard treatment. It may help reduce the chance of relapse.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 2 months–1.5 years - NCT03850574RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tuspetinib for relapsed or hard-to-treat AML
This early-phase study tests tuspetinib in people with AML that has come back or did not respond to treatment. The goal is to learn whether it is safe and tolerable, how the drug behaves in the body, and whether it shows signs of benefit.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06366464RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a drug for sleepiness in Prader-Willi syndrome
This trial tests a medication called pitolisant to see if it helps reduce excessive daytime sleepiness in people with Prader-Willi syndrome. You or your loved one may be able to join if they have a confirmed diagnosis and a caregiver who can regularly help with study tasks.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 6 years+ - NCT04462770RecruitingPhase 3
Clemizole trial for children and adults with Dravet syndrome
This Phase 3 study tests EPX-100 (clemizole) to help reduce seizures in people with Dravet syndrome whose seizures are not fully controlled by current anti-seizure medicines. You may consider this study if your Dravet diagnosis is confirmed and your medical situation fits the specific rules about medicines and seizure causes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT05932589Recruiting
Study of brain signals as signs of Rett syndrome
This study measures brain and nerve activity (brain signals) to find patterns that match Rett syndrome. It may help researchers better track Rett changes over time and develop more precise ways to measure response in future treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT06927739RecruitingPhase 2
Orticumab for heart artery inflammation after a heart attack
This trial tests a drug called orticumab to see if it can reduce inflammation in the arteries of the heart after a heart attack. It may help prevent future heart problems.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05737121RecruitingPhase 2
Study drug for bladder pain compared with lidocaine, heparin, or placebo
This Phase 2 trial tests VNX001 to see if it helps people with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) compared with its separate ingredients (lidocaine and heparin) or a placebo (inactive treatment). You may be eligible if you have had IC/BPS for months and recently had a moderate-to-severe bladder pain flare.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07450664Enrolling by invitation
Observational study of VYKAT XR for Prader-Willi syndrome
This study follows people with Prader-Willi syndrome who are already taking or starting VYKAT XR, including those switching from an earlier version of the drug (DCCR). It aims to understand how the treatment works in everyday life.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 4 years+ - NCT04256317RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Azacitidine pills with or without venetoclax for certain blood cancers
This study tests whether a pill form of azacitidine (ASTX030) helps people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), CMML, or AML. Some groups may also receive venetoclax; the goal is better blood cancer control for people who aren’t good candidates for intensive chemotherapy.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02646839Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing a gene-matched transplant approach for childhood leukemia
This trial studies a specific type of partially matched (haploidentical) stem cell transplant in children with ALL, AML, or MDS. It looks at whether using certain immune system gene patterns (KIR) and measuring leftover disease after treatment can improve outcomes and cost-effectiveness.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT07181837RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing MVX-220 for Angelman Syndrome
This study tests an experimental medicine called MVX-220 to see if it is safe and effective for people with Angelman Syndrome. It includes both children (ages 4-8) and adults (ages 18-50) who can walk independently and have stable seizure medications.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 4–50 - NCT05654922RecruitingPhase 3
Prevent lung transplant airways scarring with ARINA-1
This Phase 3 trial tests ARINA-1 to slow or prevent worsening lung transplant scarring in the breathing tubes (bronchiolitis obliterans). It may help people who are showing early decline in lung function but are not yet at advanced disease.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07485361Recruiting
Brain scanning in disorders of consciousness
This trial uses a portable brain scanner (fNIRS) to study brain activity in people with disorders of consciousness, like coma or minimally conscious states. It may help doctors better understand and track recovery in these patients. Healthy volunteers are also needed as a comparison group.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07031245Recruiting
Reducing burnout among VA primary care teams
This study tests a program to reduce burnout for doctors, nurses, and staff in VA primary care clinics. If you work on a Patient-Aligned Care Team (PACT) in certain VA clinics in one region, you may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT04726241RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing blood and bone marrow samples in young leukemia patients
This trial looks at blood and bone marrow samples from children and teens whose leukemia has come back or is hard to treat. The goal is to better understand the disease and guide future options for these patients.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 22 years
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Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting down syndrome studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital Los Angeles · 7 studies
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) · 7 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 2 studies
- University of California, Irvine Medical Center / UC Irvine Health · 2 studies
- Abcentra Investigational Site
- Children's Hospital of Orange County
- City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Clinical Site
What taking part in a down syndrome study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting down syndrome studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there down syndrome clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 175 recruiting down syndrome studies with a site near Los Angeles, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a down syndrome study near Los Angeles?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Los Angeles to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Los Angeles, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a down syndrome trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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