Medical College Of Wisconsin

This study looks at whether delivering babies with gastroschisis at 35 weeks is better than waiting until 38 weeks. Gastroschisis is a birth defect where the baby's intestines stick out of a hole in the belly. The study will track 300 pregnant people and compare risks like stillb…

This study is testing whether giving cancer treatment based on a person's unique tumor genetic profile can help patients with aggressive, hard-to-treat cancers. Researchers will analyze each patient's tumor to find specific genetic changes and then recommend a targeted drug. The …

Thick meconium in the amniotic fluid affects about 1 in 7 pregnancies and can cause breathing problems in newborns. The PEARL trial tests whether infusing warm sterile fluid into the uterus during labor reduces these risks. The study will enroll 320 pregnant people at 36 weeks or…

This pilot study tests a stem cell transplant method that removes specific immune cells (alpha/beta T cells and B cells) from the donor cells before transplant. The goal is to reduce the risk of graft-versus-host disease, a serious complication, while still allowing the transplan…

This study tests whether using a sit-stand desk at work can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce diabetes risk in 198 overweight, sedentary adults with prediabetes or other risk factors. Participants are randomly assigned to stand 2 or 3 hours per day at a sit-stand desk, or to…

This study tests whether giving patients drugs that match their tumor's unique molecular profile can prevent pancreatic cancer from coming back after surgery. It includes 40 adults whose cancer was removed but who are at high risk of recurrence. Researchers will track how long pa…

This phase II trial tests a special way of delivering whole-brain radiation called pulsed reduced dose-rate (PRDR) along with the drug memantine to help protect memory and thinking in people with brain metastases. About 53 adults with solid tumors that have spread to the brain wi…

This study tests whether MitoQ, a mitochondrial antioxidant, can improve blood vessel function and placental health in pregnant people with severe preeclampsia. Researchers will measure blood flow in the arm, skin, and placenta to see if MitoQ helps restore normal function and pr…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called iadademstat combined with a standard chemotherapy (azacitidine) in people with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a bone marrow disorder. The main goal is to find the safest dose for future studies. About 12 adults with higher-risk MDS …

This early-stage trial is testing a new type of immunotherapy for people with CD30-positive blood cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, which are collected, modified with a special antibody, and then given back t…

This early-phase trial tests whether MRI-guided adaptive radiation therapy, combined with the chemotherapy drug capecitabine, can safely treat rectal cancer while preserving the rectum. About 22 adults with stage I-III rectal cancer will receive escalating doses of radiation guid…

This study tests whether a genetic test (PurIST) can help doctors choose the best chemotherapy for people with pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. About 84 participants will have their tumor genes analyzed from a biopsy sample, then receive a chemo plan matched to t…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment for adults with certain types of blood cancer (like lymphoma) that have come back or not responded to standard therapies. The treatment combines a targeted drug (pirtobrutinib) with specially engineered immune cells (CAR T-cells) desig…

This phase 1/2 trial is testing a new type of CAR-T cell therapy that targets two proteins (CD19 and CD20) on cancer cells, aiming to improve treatment for people with relapsed or refractory B-cell cancers like lymphoma and leukemia. The study will enroll up to 100 adults and eva…

This study tests a bone marrow transplant from a partially matched donor (like a parent or sibling) for people newly diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia, a condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. Participants receive chemotherapy and immune-suppressing …

This study tests a new way to treat children with gut-brain disorders like cyclic vomiting and functional dyspepsia. The therapy uses a mild electrical nerve stimulation to the ear, personalized based on each child's nerve activity. The goal is to improve quality of life and redu…

This study tests a combination of four drugs (bortezomib, isatuximab, cyclophosphamide, and dexamethasone) as an initial treatment for people with multiple myeloma who also have kidney problems and are eligible for a stem cell transplant. The goal is to see how well this drug com…

This early-phase trial is testing whether metformin, a common diabetes drug, is safe for premature infants with or at risk of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a chronic lung disease. The study involves 40 babies split into two groups: older infants already diagnosed with BPD and…

This early-phase trial is testing whether adding the drug venetoclax to a standard chemotherapy regimen can help children and young adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has come back or not responded to treatment. About 40 participants will receive different doses of venetoc…

This phase 2 trial tests an adaptive treatment plan for people with localized pancreatic cancer. Doctors adjust chemotherapy and radiation based on how the tumor responds, aiming to get more patients to successful surgery. The study enrolls 125 adults with resectable or borderlin…

This early-phase study tests a two-step treatment for people with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding to other therapies. First, patients receive talquetamab, a drug that helps the immune system attack cancer cells. Then, they get an infusion of their own ge…

This study tests whether giving radiation to the main lung tumor before starting targeted therapy pills can delay cancer growth in people with advanced, gene-mutated non-small cell lung cancer. About 34 adults who have not yet had treatment will receive radiation to the primary l…

This study compares two radiation methods given before surgery for pancreatic cancer that can be removed. About 102 participants will receive either standard radiation with chemo or a more targeted radiation (SBRT). The goal is to see which approach better controls the cancer and…

This study looks at whether an over-the-counter supplement called MitoQ and a technique called ischemic conditioning (using a blood pressure cuff to briefly restrict blood flow) can improve blood vessel function in people who have had a stroke. About 30 stroke survivors will take…

This study tests two remote programs—peer support groups and strengths-based case management—for adults aged 50+ living with HIV in rural Southern U.S. counties. The goal is to see if these programs help with viral suppression, medication adherence, quality of life, and depressio…

This study tests a nurse case management program for formerly incarcerated Black men with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. Participants receive regular phone coaching from a nurse along with standard diabetes education. The goal is to see if this extra support improves blood su…

This study is testing whether a simple ultrasound done right in the doctor's office can help diagnose fatty liver disease early. Researchers will compare the bedside scan results with standard radiology imaging in 500 patients. If it works, it could make diagnosis faster and more…

This study tests whether a new imaging technology called optical coherence tomography (OCT) can help doctors more accurately diagnose ear infections in children. Researchers will compare standard ear exams with OCT-enhanced exams in 235 children. The goal is to see if OCT reduces…

This study tests a new FDA-approved device called MuVI that measures electrical resistance in the esophagus to diagnose GERD and eosinophilic esophagitis. Researchers will enroll 50 adults with chronic esophageal symptoms who are already scheduled for an upper endoscopy. The goal…

This study tests whether mild electrical or sensory stimulation can improve short-term memory for words in people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a condition that slowly damages language areas of the brain. Twenty participants will receive real or fake stimulation while d…

This study looks at whether singing—alone or in a group—can improve heart health in older adults with coronary artery disease. Researchers will test if people stick with the program and if it's practical to run a larger trial. The study involves 32 participants who will sing thre…

This study tests whether low load resistance training with blood flow restriction can help people with disabilities build muscle strength and size. Participants will do arm exercises with or without a cuff that partially blocks blood flow. The goal is to see if this gentler metho…

This study tests whether doing balance exercises (called PREHAB) for three weeks before surgery or radiation can improve stability in people with vestibular schwannoma, a non-cancerous brain tumor that affects balance. About 36 adults with small tumors will be assigned to either …

This study tests a small device worn on the ear that stimulates the vagus nerve, which helps control nausea and vomiting. Researchers want to see if it can make cyclic vomiting episodes less frequent, shorter, and less severe in 120 children. Half the kids will get an active devi…

This study tests an external band worn around the neck (Shaker Pressure Band) to see if it reduces nighttime symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), such as coughing, choking, and regurgitation. Researchers will enroll 350 adults with GERD and track changes in their s…

This study compares a 5-day antibiotic course to the usual 7-14 day course for hospitalized children aged 3 months to 18 years with uncomplicated pneumonia. The goal is to see if the shorter treatment is just as effective and causes fewer side effects. Participants are randomly a…

This study is testing whether a small, battery-powered device worn on the ear can reduce gastrointestinal symptoms in children aged 10-18 with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) and related autonomic nervous system problems. The device, called IB-Stim, delivers gentle elec…

This study tests a device that provides resistance during swallowing to strengthen throat muscles. 160 adults with swallowing problems (dysphagia) will use the device three times daily for six weeks. The goal is to see if it improves swallowing and reduces the risk of food or liq…

This study tests whether a wearable trunk brace, called the SPIO Core-Max Expedition TLSO, can improve head, trunk, and arm function in infants aged 6 to 18 months with cerebral palsy. Thirty infants will wear the brace for 2 hours daily over 6 months, and researchers will measur…

This study tests whether placing a temporary stent early or only after repeated dilations works better for people with benign esophageal strictures that don't respond to standard treatment. Twenty adults with trouble swallowing will be followed for at least two years. The goal is…

This study looks at three different ways to manage pain after childbirth in women who are on medication for opioid use disorder. The goal is to find which method works best for pain control and whether it also helps reduce anxiety, depression, and improve overall well-being. Abou…

This study tests a device called c-RED, which uses a balloon to provide resistance during anal muscle contractions. The goal is to see if this exercise can strengthen muscles and improve fecal incontinence. Researchers will measure anal and vaginal pressure, incontinence severity…

This study tests whether a precise form of brain stimulation (TMS) combined with language therapy can improve word-finding in people who have aphasia after a stroke. Fifty stroke survivors will receive either targeted or control stimulation during therapy sessions. The goal is to…

This study looks at a standardized method for giving high-dose radiation a second time to people with solid tumors that have come back. It uses advanced imaging to better calculate radiation doses to sensitive organs like the spinal cord and gut. The goal is to track how often se…

This study is a registry that collects data from 200 adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia who received blinatumomab as part of their treatment outside of a clinical trial. Researchers will look at how many patients achieve complete remission and overall survival. The g…

This study collects blood samples and health information from 375 people with non-cancerous blood disorders like aplastic anemia, sickle cell disease, or thalassemia who are receiving a stem cell transplant or gene therapy. The goal is to create a biobank that helps researchers u…

This study looks at why some people get infections after surgery for oral cancer. Researchers will track 40 patients undergoing standard reconstructive surgery to see where infection-causing bacteria come from and how well antibiotics work. The goal is to find better ways to prev…

This study looks at whether letting people collect their own anal samples at home can increase the number of high-risk individuals who follow through with clinic appointments for anal cancer screening. About 572 participants from Chicago, Houston, and Milwaukee will either self-s…

This study involves 20 people undergoing awake brain surgery for tumors near the hand movement area. Surgeons will test different electrical stimulation frequencies (10 to 250 Hz) to see which ones best identify or even improve hand movement. The goal is to develop a more precise…

This study looks at medical records from 1,000 adults with pancreatic cancer to see if treatments chosen based on each tumor's genetic profile lead to better results. Researchers will track how many patients receive a genetically matched therapy and how well they respond. The goa…

This study looks at how tumors and nearby healthy organs change in size and shape during and after radiation therapy. Researchers will measure these changes in 500 people who have already completed radiation treatment. The goal is to learn more about these changes so doctors can …

This study looks at how the upper part of the esophagus (striated esophagus) works when people swallow. Researchers want to understand how the throat and esophagus work together. They will study healthy adults and people with swallowing problems. This is an observational study, n…

This study aims to understand how social needs like food or housing insecurity affect self-care in African American adults with diabetic kidney disease. Researchers will interview patients and community stakeholders, then survey 300 participants to measure blood pressure, blood s…

This study aims to understand the step-by-step process that causes type 1 diabetes by looking at genetics and environment. Researchers will follow families with a history of the disease, as well as healthy controls, for up to 10 years. Participants provide a blood sample, medical…

This study is testing a new, non-invasive monitor (fetal magnetocardiography) to detect hidden heart problems in high-risk pregnancies that might lead to fetal death. Researchers will study 30 pregnant women with conditions like congenital heart disease or twin pregnancy. The goa…

This study aims to understand how the throat and esophagus normally prevent stomach contents from reaching the throat in people with GERD. Researchers will use a thin tube with sensors placed through the nose to measure pressure, acid, and liquid movement, along with a tiny camer…

This study is investigating whether natural differences in the PTGS1 gene make some newborns more likely to develop a serious lung condition called persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) after their mothers took over-the-counter pain relievers (NSAIDs) during pregnancy. Researc…

This study is looking at whether small differences in certain genes make very low birth-weight babies more likely to develop chronic lung disease and other complications of prematurity. Researchers will compare the genes of 1,100 infants who develop these conditions with those wh…

This study tests whether a pharyngeal exerciser can increase the workload of swallowing muscles in healthy young and older adults. Researchers will use X-ray and pressure measurements to see changes in throat movement and muscle effort. The goal is to understand if such a device …

This study looks at the best times to send messages that encourage physical activity to older cancer survivors (65+) who have chronic pain. About 50 participants will wear an activity tracker and rate their pain four times a day using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if certa…

This study follows 500 people who received CAR-T cells in earlier trials for blood cancers like lymphoma and multiple myeloma. Researchers will check for new cancers and track long-term safety and effectiveness over 15 years. No new treatment is given; it is purely an observation…

This study looks at whether a natural cell process called autophagy (cell cleanup) is reduced in people with type 2 diabetes and if that harms small blood vessels. Sixty adults with and without diabetes will take either trehalose (a sugar that may boost autophagy) or a placebo fo…

This study looks at why some hormone-receptor-positive breast cancers stop responding to hormone therapy. About 100 women with early-stage breast cancer will receive standard hormone treatment for 4-12 weeks before surgery. Researchers will analyze tumor samples to find changes i…

This study looks at why leg muscles tire faster after a stroke and whether a simple procedure called ischemic conditioning can help. Researchers will measure blood flow and muscle fatigue in 40 stroke survivors. The goal is to understand how blood flow affects muscle endurance an…

This study tests whether a simple, at-home procedure called ischemic conditioning can protect small blood vessels in frail adults aged 65-85. Participants use a blood pressure cuff to briefly restrict blood flow to one arm, then release it, repeating this for two weeks. Researche…

This study is for people aged 40-75 who are on hormone therapy (estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone). It aims to understand their breast cancer risk and improve screening by using mammograms and breast ultrasounds. Researchers will also interview participants to learn about t…

This study compares a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) worn on the skin to the standard oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) for detecting diabetes in adults with cystic fibrosis. The OGTT is time-consuming and often skipped, so researchers want to see if the CGM is a simpler and e…