Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Giant Cell Arteritis clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 5 recruiting giant cell arteritis studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT04474847RecruitingPhase 3
Abatacept for giant cell arteritis treatment
This Phase 3 trial tests abatacept to treat giant cell arteritis (GCA), a blood vessel inflammation that can cause headaches and vision risk. It’s for people with newly diagnosed or returning (relapsing) GCA with active symptoms in the last 8 weeks.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 50 years+ - NCT07108387RecruitingPhase 2
Stopping or reducing tocilizumab for well-controlled giant cell arteritis
This study compares stopping tocilizumab (Actemra) completely versus reducing the dose in people whose giant cell arteritis has been well controlled for at least a year. The goal is to find out which approach keeps the disease in remission while reducing medication side effects.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 50 years+ - NCT05865054Recruiting
MRI check in early suspected giant cell arteritis
This trial tests how well a special MRI (picture scan) can evaluate giant cell arteritis when it’s newly suspected and symptoms started recently. It may help doctors confirm the diagnosis and decide on treatment sooner by comparing MRI findings with standard testing like biopsy or ultrasound.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 50 years+ - NCT01241305Recruiting
One-Time DNA Study for Different Types of Vasculitis
This trial collects a one-time DNA sample to better understand vasculitis, which are illnesses where blood vessels become inflamed. It may help researchers find why these conditions happen and how they differ across people.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 7 years+ - NCT02967068Recruiting
Share your study tissue for future research
This study is a “tissue repository” that collects and stores leftover tissue from other approved VCRC studies. If you already took part in one of those studies, you may be able to let researchers use your tissue to help answer future questions.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Any age
Giant Cell Arteritis trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting giant cell arteritis studies listed above.
- University of Pennsylvania · 3 studies
- University of Pittsburgh · 2 studies
- 3400 Civic Center Blvd
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
What taking part in a giant cell arteritis 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.
Giant Cell Arteritis trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there giant cell arteritis clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 5 recruiting giant cell arteritis studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 giant cell arteritis study in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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 giant cell arteritis 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.
Not the right time?
New giant cell arteritis studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.