Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus

This study tests whether the Butantan-Dengue vaccine is safe and works well in people aged 12–59 with autoimmune rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus) who are stable on low or no immune-suppressing drugs. Participants receive one vaccine dose and are monitored f…

This study is testing the meningococcal B vaccine (Bexsero) in children and young adults aged 2 to 25 who have autoimmune rheumatic diseases like juvenile arthritis or lupus. Researchers want to see if the vaccine triggers a strong immune response and if it is safe, especially fo…

This study tests the safety and immune response of the 20-valent pneumococcal vaccine (PCV20) in children, adolescents, and young adults aged 2-25 with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like juvenile arthritis. All 114 participants will receive one dose of PCV20, and researchers will…

This early-stage trial is testing Descartes-08, a cell therapy made from modified immune cells, in 50 young people aged 12 and older with four autoimmune diseases: childhood-onset lupus, ANCA-associated vasculitis, juvenile myasthenia gravis, and juvenile dermatomyositis. The stu…

This trial compares two starting doses of the steroid prednisone for children with lupus-related kidney inflammation (lupus nephritis). The standard high dose can cause serious side effects like growth problems and bone thinning. The study asks whether a lower initial dose can co…

This study is testing a new telehealth program designed to support brain health in teenagers with childhood-onset lupus. The program teaches problem-solving, emotion regulation, and communication skills over 10 online sessions. Researchers want to see if the program is practical …

This study is testing a program called TEACH that teaches coping skills to young people (ages 12-22) with childhood-onset lupus. The goal is to see if it helps reduce common symptoms like fatigue, pain, and depression. About 175 participants will take part, and the program is des…

This study is observing children with childhood-onset lupus who are receiving an experimental therapy called a bispecific T-cell engager. Researchers will take blood samples over time to track how the immune system changes. The goal is to find patterns that could help monitor the…