Evaluating Efgartigimod PH20 SC in Adults with New-onset Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
A Phase 4, Open-Label, Prospective, Single-Group, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Clinical Outcomes of Efgartigimod PH20 SC in Adult Participants With New-Onset Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
This study is testing a new treatment called efgartigimod PH20 SC to see if it helps adults who have recently been diagnosed with generalized myasthenia gravis feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 4 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | argenx Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 18 sites (La Jolla, California and 17 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06909214 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the clinical outcomes of efgartigimod PH20 SC in adults diagnosed with new-onset generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), specifically those who have experienced symptoms for less than one year. Participants will undergo a treatment period lasting 51 weeks, with the overall study duration for each individual being approximately 58 weeks. The study focuses on treatment-naive patients or those who have only received AChEI therapy for gMG. The effectiveness of the treatment will be measured through various clinical outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with gMG of MGFA class II, III, or IV and are seropositive for AChR-Ab.
Not a fit: Patients with a diagnosis of MGFA class I or V, those who have undergone thymectomy prior to screening, or those who have used systemic corticosteroids or immunosuppressive therapy for gMG will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve the management and outcomes for patients with new-onset generalized myasthenia gravis.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach may be novel, similar studies evaluating treatments for generalized myasthenia gravis have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Is at least 18 years when signing the ICF * Has been diagnosed with gMG of MGFA class II, III, or IV * Is seropositive for AChR-Ab * Is treatment-naive for gMG or has been administered AChEI for the treatment of gMG * Had onset of generalized MG signs and/or symptoms within 12 months before screening; candidates who also had onset of ocular MG signs and/or symptoms within 24 months before screening may be enrolled in the study * Has an MG-ADL score ≥5 Exclusion Criteria: * gMG diagnosis of MGFA class I or V * Underwent a thymectomy prior to screening, except thymectomy for treatment of nonmalignant thymoma prior to the gMG diagnosis * Prior or current use of any of any systemic corticosteroid therapy or nonsteroidal immunosuppressive therapy for the treatment of gMG
Where this trial is running
La Jolla, California and 17 other locations
- University of California, San Diego - Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI) — La Jolla, California, United States (Recruiting)
- Samir Macwan, M.D., Inc. (S corporation) — Rancho Mirage, California, United States (Recruiting)
- EZR Research — Boca Raton, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- University of Florida Jacksonville — Jacksonville, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- Visionary Investigators Network — Miami, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- University of California Irvine — Orange, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- Medsol Clinical Research Center Inc — Port Charlotte, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- Baycare Medical Group — St. Petersburg, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- Emory Brain Health Center — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
- The Queen's Medical Center - West Oahu — Honolulu, Hawaii, United States (Recruiting)
- Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience — Honolulu, Hawaii, United States (Recruiting)
- HSHS Medical Group — O'Fallon, Illinois, United States (Recruiting)
- UMass Memorial Medical Center — Worcester, Massachusetts, United States (Recruiting)
- Henry Ford Health System — Detroit, Michigan, United States (Recruiting)
- Cleveland Clinic — Cleveland, Ohio, United States (Recruiting)
- Erlanger Neuroscience Institute — Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States (Recruiting)
- Central Texas Neurology Consultants - Elligo — Round Rock, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
- Center for Neurological Disorders - Greenfield — Greenfield, Wisconsin, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sabine Coppieters, MD
- Email: clinicaltrials@argenx.com
- Phone: 857-350-4834
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.