Clinical trials · Pittsburgh, PA
Low-grade Glioma clinical trials in Pittsburgh
We’re tracking 2 recruiting low-grade glioma studies with a site in or near Pittsburgh — including Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Pittsburgh
- NCT02358187RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine for children and teens with low-grade brain tumors
This trial tests a peptide vaccine plus a medication called poly-ICLC for people with certain low-grade gliomas that cannot be fully removed. The goal is to help the immune system recognize and attack the tumor.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 1–21 - NCT04166409RecruitingPhase 3
Selumetinib versus chemo for low-grade brain tumor in children
This trial studies whether the targeted drug selumetinib works better than standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and vincristine) for children and young adults with a specific type of low-grade glioma (grade 1 or 2). It may help shrink tumors and slow growth while comparing side effects between the two treatment approaches.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 2–21
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Where these studies are running near Pittsburgh
Institutions with a site for the recruiting low-grade glioma studies listed above.
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh · 2 studies
What taking part in a low-grade glioma 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 low-grade glioma studies in Pennsylvania.
Common questions
- Are there low-grade glioma clinical trials near Pittsburgh?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 2 recruiting low-grade glioma studies with a site near Pittsburgh, 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 low-grade glioma study near Pittsburgh?
- 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 Pittsburgh to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Pittsburgh, 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 low-grade glioma 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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