This research study is for people with Polycythemia Vera (PV) who need to start therapy to reduce blood counts or whose current therapy is not controlling their PV. In this study we want to find out if a new drug can help normalize your blood count.
If you decide to take part, you will receive investigational medication in the form of a shot every two weeks. At each visit you will be asked questions about your health and the medications you're taking. You will also answer questionnaires. Blood draws for routine tests should be expected at every onsite visit. The study team will will perform an ultrasound to measure the size of your spleen, an eye exam, a chest X-ray, an Echocardiogram (ECHO) of your heart and a possible bone marrow biopsy at screening. You have the option to take part in an optional bone marrow biopsy and optional genetic through your participation in the study.
$75 stipend for each completed visit., study medication, gas reimbursement as applicable, lodging reimbursement as applicable.
UNC Hospitals / UNC Medical Center
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Brandi Reeves
LCCC - Clinical Trials
Clinical or Medical
Interventional
Cancer (Leukemia)
23-1736