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Adjunctive Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Treatment-resistant Depression in bipolarity

This study is recruiting. It focuses on depression and currently lists participation information in the United States.

Depression, BipolarityBiologicalFrom 18 Years to 65 Years
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In plain English

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What is this study testing?

This study is testing whether Allogeneic Bone Marrow Derived Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs) may be useful for adults experiencing depression.

What would participation involve?

Participants may complete study activities around Allogeneic Bone Marrow Derived Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs), complete questionnaires or follow-up assessments, attend study visits with the research team. The protocol may also involve randomization, placebo, or a comparison group. The registry lists locations in United States.

Who is it mainly for?

This study appears to be mainly for adults with depression.

What should you check before joining?

Ask about whether there is placebo, randomization, or a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record suggests in-person participation through a university, with sites including The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Participation appears to involve a study treatment together with follow-up visits and routine safety or progress checks. The main fit is usually matching the main diagnosis, while common reasons not to take part include safety concerns that need urgent care first and pregnancy or breastfeeding. This is an early-stage study, which usually means a smaller group and a focus on learning how the approach behaves.

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Study start dateStarted: April 20, 2022
Recruitment status
Recruiting
Estimated enrollment
Not clearly listed
Sponsor
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Sponsor type
University
Study type
Biological
Intervention type
BIOLOGICAL
Study phase
Phase 1Usually an early study focused on safety, tolerability, dosage, and side effects.
Locations
United States
Age range
From 18 Years to 65 Years
Official registry ID
NCT03522545
Official title
Adjunctive Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Treatment-resistant Bipolar Depression
Official source
Official registry link

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In practice

For you

Taking part may give access to a new approach being evaluated.

It requires regular visits and structured follow-up.

Requires travel, with in-person participation in United States.

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

This study is exploring medication or study treatment for people with depression. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. It includes a comparison with placebo. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.

Does this study involve biological samples, imaging, or biomarkers?

This appears to be a biological / biomarker / imaging study involving Allogeneic Bone Marrow Derived Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs), Placebo. Phase 1 studies usually focus mainly on safety, tolerability, dosage, and side effects. They often involve healthy volunteers, but not always. Some Phase 1 studies include people living with the target condition.

Who might this study be for?

This study may concern people with depression; age range: From 18 Years to 65 Years. The criteria appear fairly specific, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.

What would I likely need to do?

You may need to provide biological samples, complete lab tests, or take part in imaging or measurement procedures. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.

What should I check about samples, imaging, data, and possible discomfort?

If the study involves samples, imaging, or biomarkers, ask what is collected, how it is stored, who can access results, whether there may be discomfort, and whether results are shared with you. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.

Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?

The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.

Who is behind this study?

This study is sponsored by The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, which appears to be a university. The listed contact or investigator is The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, affiliated with The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.

Can I still join this study?

The registry indicates that this study is currently recruiting. This does not mean you are eligible: the study team must confirm the criteria, available locations, and next steps.

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