Salivary gland disorder

This study tested the drug larotrectinib in 215 adults with various solid cancers that have a specific change in the NTRK gene. The drug is taken orally and works by blocking the action of the altered gene. The main goal was to see how many patients had their tumors shrink or dis…

This early-phase trial tested a new approach for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It combined specially trained natural killer (NK) immune cells with drugs that help the immune system attack cancer. The study enrolled 11 participants to chec…

This phase 2 trial tested a biologic drug called RC18 in 42 people with primary Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease that causes dry eyes and mouth. Participants received weekly injections of either RC18 (at 160 mg or 240 mg) or a placebo for 24 weeks. The goal was to see if…

This Phase 2 trial tested a drug called CFZ533 (iscalimab) in 273 adults with Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease causing dryness, pain, and fatigue. Participants received either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. The study measured changes in disease activity and symptoms…

This phase 2 trial tested darolutamide, a drug that blocks male hormones, in 57 people with a rare type of salivary gland cancer that has male hormone receptors. Some patients received darolutamide alone, while others also got goserelin to lower hormone levels. The goal was to se…

This study tested whether baricitinib, a drug already used for rheumatoid arthritis, can help people with active Sjogren's syndrome. 87 participants were randomly assigned to receive either hydroxychloroquine alone or baricitinib plus hydroxychloroquine for 24 weeks. The goal was…

This phase II trial tested whether adding sorafenib to cetuximab works better than cetuximab alone for patients with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. Fifty-five adults with various types of head and neck cancer took part. The study measured how long pat…

This study looked at the long-term safety of efgartigimod in 24 adults with primary Sjögren's syndrome who had already completed a prior trial. Efgartigimod works by lowering certain antibodies that may drive the disease. The main goal was to track side effects over 48 weeks, wit…

This study tested a drug called ianalumab in 21 adults with Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease that causes dry eyes and mouth. The goal was to understand how the drug works in the salivary glands and check its safety. Participants received injections of ianalumab and had b…

This study tested whether tocilizumab, a drug that blocks inflammation, can help people with primary Sjögren's syndrome—an autoimmune disease causing dry eyes, dry mouth, pain, and fatigue. Researchers gave 110 participants either tocilizumab or a placebo to see if it could reduc…

This study tested whether analyzing the genes of a person's salivary gland tumor could help doctors pick a more effective drug. 114 people with advanced or returning cancer joined. First, their tumor was genetically profiled. Then, if a targetable gene change was found, they got …

This study tested two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 64 people with recurrent or metastatic salivary gland cancer that could not be removed by surgery or treated with radiation. The goal was to see how well the combination shrank tumors and what side effects oc…

This study looked at how well flu vaccines (seasonal and H1N1) work in 234 adults with autoimmune diseases like lupus or vasculitis, some of whom were on steroids or immunosuppressants. Researchers measured antibody levels three weeks after each shot to see if the vaccine provide…

This study tested an experimental drug called nipocalimab in 163 adults with primary Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease causing dryness and fatigue. Participants received either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. The goal was to see if nipocalimab could reduce overall dis…

This pilot study tested whether applying prescription fluoride varnish to teeth every three months during the first year after radiation therapy for head and neck cancer can reduce cavities and gum problems. 13 adults with at least 4 natural teeth and certain cancers took part. T…

This extension study tested the safety and tolerability of two doses of iscalimab in 206 people with Sjögren's syndrome who had already completed a prior study. Participants received weekly injections for three weeks, then bi-weekly doses. The goal was to see if the drug is safe …

This Phase 2 study tested an experimental drug called SAR441344 in 84 adults with primary Sjögren's syndrome, a condition causing dry eyes, dry mouth, and fatigue. Participants received either the drug or a placebo by injection over 12 weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could…

This study tested a drug called telitacicept in 381 adults with active primary Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease causing dry eyes and mouth. Participants received either the drug or a placebo to see if it safely reduces disease activity. The goal is to control the conditi…

This completed trial compared two surgical techniques for removing benign parotid gland tumors: the standard superficial parotidectomy and a newer, less invasive intracapsular parotidectomy. The study involved 120 adults aged 20-65 with confirmed benign tumors. The goal was to se…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called IBI355 in 30 adults with primary Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease that causes dry eyes and mouth. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it at different doses. Participants receive e…

This early-phase trial tested two doses of the drug erlotinib (Tarceva) given before surgery in 48 people with head and neck cancer. The goal was to see how the drug affects a protein called phospho-Akt in tumor samples. Researchers hope erlotinib might slow tumor growth by block…

This early-phase study tested an investigational drug called CLR 131, which delivers radiation directly to tumor cells, combined with standard external beam radiation. It enrolled 12 people with head and neck cancer that had returned after prior treatment. The main goal was to ch…

This study tested whether a 3D cone-beam CT scan (a type of X-ray) can diagnose non-cancerous salivary gland diseases as well as MRI. Fifty adults with symptoms like swelling or pain in their salivary glands underwent both imaging methods. The goal was to see if the 3D-CBCT could…

This study tested an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm designed to analyze images of minor salivary gland biopsies to help diagnose Sjogren's syndrome. Researchers used 1,000 biopsy samples from patients with suspected Sjogren's to see if the AI could accurately count immune…

This study tested a device called SUDOSCAN, which measures sweat function in just two minutes, to see if it can detect small fiber nerve damage in people with autoimmune diseases (like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis) or unexplained pain. Researchers enrolled 139 adults and compare…

This completed study looked at whether lupus patients already taking hydroxychloroquine long-term had a lower risk of catching COVID-19 or developing severe symptoms. Researchers compared 552 patients who either took the drug or did not, using blood tests and questionnaires. The …

This pilot study tested whether a wheat-free and milk-free diet could reduce symptoms in people with Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease. Thirty participants were randomly assigned to either the special diet or a control diet. After two months, those on the wheat-free diet …

This study looked at whether regular aerobic exercise, like walking, can reduce fatigue in women with primary Sjögren's syndrome. Forty-five women participated in a 16-week program. Researchers measured changes in fatigue, mood, and physical fitness.

This study tested whether eye drops made from a patient's own blood (autologous serum) can relieve severe dry eye better than standard artificial tears. 46 adults with severe dry eye tried both diluted (20%) and full-strength (100%) serum drops, as well as artificial tears. The m…

This study looked at whether acupuncture can reduce dry mouth (xerostomia) caused by radiation therapy in people with head and neck cancer. A total of 258 participants were randomly assigned to receive acupuncture or usual care. The main goal was to see if acupuncture improved dr…

This study tested a cognitive exercise therapy approach (BETY) in 60 adults with primary Sjögren's syndrome. Participants were randomly assigned to group sessions, individual sessions, or a home exercise program for 12 weeks. The therapy combines physical exercises with strategie…

This small study tested whether levocarnitine, a natural substance, can help treat dry eye in adults with Sjogren's syndrome. Fifteen participants received both the drug and a placebo in a crossover design. The goal was to see if levocarnitine reduces eye inflammation and improve…

This Phase 3 study tested cenegermin (Oxervate) eye drops against a placebo in 85 adults with severe dry eye caused by Sjogren's syndrome, who were already using cyclosporine drops. The goal was to see if cenegermin could increase tear production and reduce eye discomfort over 4 …

This pilot study tested a device that gently stimulates the inside of the nose to see if it can improve tear production in people with Sjogren's syndrome. 26 participants used either the active device or a sham (fake) device for 6 weeks, then everyone used the active device for a…

This study follows head and neck cancer patients who received radiation therapy to see how many teeth they lose over two years. It also looks at other mouth problems like dry mouth and bone damage. The goal is to better understand and manage these long-term side effects.

This study looked at 54 people with primary Sjögren's syndrome who also had muscle inflammation. Researchers wanted to see how many met the official criteria for inflammatory myopathies. The goal was to better understand and classify muscle disease in Sjögren's patients.

This study looked at 100 people with primary Sjögren's syndrome to understand how the disease affects their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Researchers used questionnaires and simple tests to measure symptoms like fatigue, pain, swallowing problems, and mood. A health…

This study examined whether women with autoimmune diseases or inflammatory rheumatism receive proper gynecological follow-up, including cervical cancer screening and contraception advice. Researchers surveyed 318 women with conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjögren…

This study looked at 235 people to understand how certain immune cells, called innate T cells, might be involved in systemic sclerosis (a rare disease that causes hardening of the skin and organs). Researchers compared patients with systemic sclerosis to those with other autoimmu…

This small study tested whether injecting a fluorescent dye called fluorescein sodium helps surgeons see nerves during head and neck surgery. Eight adults having open head or neck surgery received the dye through an IV. Surgeons then rated how well the glowing nerves matched stan…

This study looked at whether immune cells from the intestine play a role in Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease that causes dry eyes and mouth. Researchers examined saliva gland samples from 57 adults suspected of having Sjogren's. The goal was to better understand the dise…

This study looked at a rare disease called IgG4-related disease, which causes swelling and scarring in organs. Researchers compared immune cells in the blood of 75 people: those with the disease, those with Sjogren syndrome, and healthy volunteers. The goal was to better understa…

This completed study used artificial intelligence to examine electronic health records from 10,000 head and neck cancer patients. The goal was to create models that can predict the risk of cancer coming back or progressing, and to identify which patients might live longer after i…

This study looked at how often people with primary Sjögren's syndrome have digestive issues. Researchers asked 151 patients about 10 different digestive symptoms using a simple questionnaire. The goal was to understand which symptoms are most common and how they relate to how lon…

This completed trial tested a mobile app and web platform (BD4QoL) to monitor quality of life in 410 head and neck cancer survivors after curative treatment. The goal was to see if the platform could reduce or catch early declines in quality of life compared to standard follow-up…

This study followed 293 people with autoimmune diseases and healthy volunteers to see how COVID-19 infection or vaccination affects their immune system, inflammation, and blood vessels. Participants were grouped based on their COVID-19 history and had up to 5 visits over 12-18 mo…

This completed study looked at how the immune system might affect the outlook for people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Researchers took blood and skin samples from 629 participants with different types of PAH to search for specific antibodies. The goal was to better…

This completed study surveyed 121 adults with autoimmune diseases like lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, or scleroderma. Participants filled out a questionnaire about their use of alternative medicines. The goal was to find out how common these practices are in this patient group.

This study brings together 35 healthcare professionals from around the world to agree on the best methods for clearing mucus from the airways of intubated, critically ill patients. Using a Delphi process, experts will vote on statements about humidification, inhaled therapies, su…

This study looked at how a special exercise approach called BETY affects people with rheumatic diseases (like arthritis) who have chronic pain. Researchers reviewed past records of 300 participants to see if BETY improved their physical function, mood, and quality of life compare…

This study looked at whether a pelvic floor symptom questionnaire (PFDI-20) is valid and reliable for people with primary Sjögren's syndrome. Ten adults with the condition completed the survey along with other health assessments. The goal was to see if the questionnaire accuratel…

This study looked at 27 adults with Sjögren's syndrome to find out how common jaw joint problems (TMD) are and if they relate to disease activity. Researchers measured jaw function, mouth opening, head posture, and oral health. The goal was to better understand the link between S…

This study looked at whether whole genome sequencing (a complete read of a person's DNA) can help diagnose leukodystrophies, a group of rare brain diseases that are hard to identify. Researchers enrolled 236 children with white matter abnormalities on brain scans but no known gen…

This completed study looked at 1,000 women with autoimmune diseases (like lupus) who had a C-section. Researchers wanted to find out how many had severe bleeding (postpartum hemorrhage) and what factors increased that risk. By analyzing medical records, they hope to identify high…

This study looked at specific cells in the blood of 40 women with either Sjögren's syndrome or systemic sclerosis. The goal was to see if counting these cells could help understand the diseases better. No treatment was given; it was purely an observational study to explore potent…