Study of apitegromab for people with FSHD
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests whether a drug called apitegromab can help improve muscle function in people with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). It is for adults aged 18-60 who have mild to moderate symptoms and can walk or run 10 meters in 5 seconds or less.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have a genetic diagnosis of FSHD type 1 or type 2.
- Your muscle weakness is rated as mild to moderate (score 1.5 to 3.0 on the Ricci scale).
- You can walk or run 10 meters (about 33 feet) in 5 seconds or less.
- You are not taking certain muscle-affecting medications or steroids (inhaled or topical steroids are allowed).
- You are able to undergo MRI scans (no metal implants or severe claustrophobia).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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