(HealthDayNews) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch:
Ulcerative Colitis
A research study of an investigational medication for the treatment of pediatric ulcerative colitis. Volunteers between the ages of 5 and 17 who have mild to moderate active ulcerative colitis symptoms (inflammation of the large intestine and rectum) may be eligible. Research site located in Gainesville, Fla.
More Information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat152.html.
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Hepatitis
A research study of a combination of medications for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C. Volunteers between 18 and 70 who have been diagnosed with hepatitis C and have previously failed treatment with any pegylated interferon and ribavirin combination may be eligible. Research sites located throughout the United States.
More Information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat79.html.
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Emphysema
A research study to assess the safety and efficacy of the Emphasys Endobronchial Valve (EBV) in patients age 40-75 who have heterogeneous emphysema. Research site located in Rochester, NY.
More Information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat59.html.
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