The Use of Anti-CD4 mAb-Fragment for Imaging of Local Inflammation in Patients With Carotid Artery Stenosis
Summary
The primary objective of this study is to proof the concept of EP 1645 as a diagnostic tool for carotid artery atherosclerosis and plaque instability and to assess the safety and tolerability of this diagnostic agent, a monoclonal antibody fragment (Fab') conjugated with the diagnostic radionuclide 99mTc. Safety and tolerability will be determined by adverse events (AEs) observed and reported upon administration of the product and the absorbed dose of radiation.
Description
For the evaluation of atherosclerosis in carotid arteries up to now sonographic measurements of plaque burden are used. This method has advantages for investigation of carotid arteries since this region is easy accessible for this investigation. However, it does not allow evaluation of the vessels which are remote from the body surface, as, for instance, coronary arteries. A method for non-invasive reliable evaluation of such arteries is needed. Also the distinction between vulnerable and stable plaque has a great clinical relevance. A quantifiable method for the determination of the effects of new therapeutic approaches would be highly appreciated.
It is expected, that the new antibody fragment with its radioactive linkage will allow displaying an image of the activity distribution of the disease. Due to the fact that only patients with atherosclerotic changes in carotid arteries allow comparing the activity and the clinical signs of disease, this proof of concept study (phase II study) will be performed in patients with asymptomatic and symptomatic carotid artery stenosis.
Study Design
Allocation: Non-Randomized, Control: Active Control, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Diagnostic
Conditions
Carotid Stenosis
Intervention
EP 1645/Solution For Injection, 99mTC
Status
Not yet recruiting
Source
Dresden University of Technology
Results (where available)
Links
- Source: http://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT00904254
- Information obtained from ClinicalTrials.gov on July 15, 2010
Medical and Biotech [MESH] Definitions
Carotid Artery Thrombosis
Blood clot formation in any part of the CAROTID ARTERIES. This may produce CAROTID STENOSIS or occlusion of the vessel, leading to TRANSIENT ISCHEMIC ATTACK; CEREBRAL INFARCTION; or AMAUROSIS FUGAX.
Carotid Stenosis
Narrowing or stricture of any part of the CAROTID ARTERIES, most often due to atherosclerotic plaque formation. Ulcerations may form in atherosclerotic plaques and induce THROMBUS formation. Platelet or cholesterol emboli may arise from stenotic carotid lesions and induce a TRANSIENT ISCHEMIC ATTACK; CEREBROVASCULAR ACCIDENT; or temporary blindness (AMAUROSIS FUGAX). (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, pp822-3)
Amaurosis Fugax
Transient complete or partial monocular blindness due to retinal ischemia. This may be caused by emboli from the CAROTID ARTERY (usually in association with CAROTID STENOSIS) and other locations that enter the central RETINAL ARTERY. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p245)
Carotid Artery Injuries
Damages to the CAROTID ARTERIES caused either by blunt force or penetrating trauma, such as CRANIOCEREBRAL TRAUMA; THORACIC INJURIES; and NECK INJURIES. Damaged carotid arteries can lead to CAROTID ARTERY THROMBOSIS; CAROTID-CAVERNOUS SINUS FISTULA; pseudoaneurysm formation; and INTERNAL CAROTID ARTERY DISSECTION. (From Am J Forensic Med Pathol 1997, 18:251; J Trauma 1994, 37:473)
Carotid Artery Diseases
Pathological conditions involving the CAROTID ARTERIES, including the common, internal, and external carotid arteries. ATHEROSCLEROSIS and TRAUMA are relatively frequent causes of carotid artery pathology.
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