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A 12-month, Randomized, Efficacy and Safety Study of 0.5 mg Ranibizumab vs Laser in Chinese Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) Patients (REFINE)

Primary Purpose

Diabetic Macular Edema, Visual Impairment

Status
Completed
Phase
Phase 3
Locations
China
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
Ranibizumab (RFB002)
Laser
Sham injection
Sham laser
Sponsored by
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
About
Eligibility
Locations
Arms
Outcomes
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About this trial

This is an interventional treatment trial for Diabetic Macular Edema focused on measuring DME, macular edema, vision impairment, Chinese, diabetes

Eligibility Criteria

18 Years - undefined (Adult, Older Adult)All SexesDoes not accept healthy volunteers

Key Inclusion Criteria:

  • Male or female Chinese patients ≥ 18 years of age with diabetes mellitus and with HbA1c ≤10.0%
  • Stable medication for diabetes within 3 months prior to Visit 1
  • Visual impairment due to DME with BCVA score between 78 and 39 letters as measured by ETDRS-like charts at 4 meters

Key Exclusion Criteria:

  • Stroke or myocardial infarction less than 3 months prior to screening visit
  • Uncontrolled hypertension
  • Active ocular infection or intraocular inflammation in any eye
  • Treatment with any anti-angiogenic drugs within 3 months prior to baseline visit in any eye
  • Active proliferative diabetic retinopathy in study eye
  • Use of other investigational drugs within 30 days and systemic anti-VEGF drugs within 6 months prior to baseline visit
  • Prior laser photocoagulation or intraocular procedure within 3 months prior to baseline in study eye
  • History of intravitreal corticosteroid treatment in phakic study eye, and in aphakic or pseudophakic within 3 months prior to screening

Sites / Locations

  • Novartis Investigative Site
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Arms of the Study

Arm 1

Arm 2

Arm Type

Experimental

Active Comparator

Arm Label

Ranibizumab (RFB002)

Laser

Arm Description

3 initial intravitreal injections to the study eye at Day 1, Month 1 and Month 2, followed by as-needed intravitreal injections of ranibizumab 0.5 mg guided by VA stabilization, plus sham laser

Laser photocoagulation applied to the study eye at Day 1, followed by active laser photocoagulation at intervals no shorter than 3 months apart, plus sham injections

Outcomes

Primary Outcome Measures

Mean Average Change From Baseline in Best-Corrected Visual Acuity (BCVA) (Letters) to Month 1 Through 12
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. Twelve monthly BCVA values were averaged [(Month1+Month2+...+Month12)/12], and the baseline BCVA value was subtracted from the average. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Mean Change From Baseline in BCVA (Letters) at Each Visit
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Mean Change From Baseline in Central Sub-Field Thickness (CSFT) at Each Visit
CSFT (the average retinal thickness of the circular area within 1 millimeter diameter around the foveal center) was assessed using Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). A negative change value indicates an improvement in macular edema, while a positive change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Percentage of Patients With BCVA Gain of ≥ 10 and ≥ 15 Letters From Baseline at Month 12
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Percentage of Patients With BCVA Loss of < 10 and < 15 Letters From Baseline to Month 12
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Percentage of Patients With BCVA ≥ 73 Letters at Month 12
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. BCVA ≥ 73 letters is approximately equivalent to 20/40 on a Snellen chart. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Mean Average Change in BCVA From Month 4 to Month 12 Compared to Month 3
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. Nine monthly BCVA values were averaged [(Month4+Month5+...+Month12)/9],and the Month 3 BCVA value was subtracted from the average. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Visual Functioning at Month 6 and Month 12, Composite Score
Visual functioning was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in visual functioning, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported General Health at Month 6 and Month 12
General health was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in general health, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported General Vision at Month 6 and Month 12
General vision was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in general vision, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Color Vision at Month 6 and Month 12
Color vision was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in color vision, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Peripheral Vision at Month 6 and Month 12
Peripheral vision was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in peripheral vision, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Ocular Pain at Month 6 and Month 12
Ocular pain was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in ocular pain, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Near Activities at Month 6 and Month 12
Near activities were assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in near activities, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Distance Activities at Month 6 and Month 12
Distance activities were assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in distance activities, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Social Functioning at Month 6 and Month 12
Social functioning was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in social functioning, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Mental Health at Month 6 and Month 12
Mental health was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in mental health, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Roles Difficulties at Month 6 and Month 12
Roles difficulties were assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in roles difficulties, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Dependency at Month 6 and Month 12
Dependency was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in dependency, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Driving at Month 6 and Month 12
Driving was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in driving, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. Note: Many patients did not answer the driving related question as they did not drive at all.
Mean Number of Ranibizumab Re-treatments Received in the Study Eye From Month 3 Onward
A ranibizumab re-treatment was defined as an administration of ranibizumab injection at a scheduled visit following at least one non-missed visit where ranibizumab was not administered in the study eye due to visual acuity stabilization. This outcome measure was pre-specified for the Ranibizumab 0.5 mg arm only.

Full Information

First Posted
October 3, 2014
Last Updated
January 30, 2019
Sponsor
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
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1. Study Identification

Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT02259088
Brief Title
A 12-month, Randomized, Efficacy and Safety Study of 0.5 mg Ranibizumab vs Laser in Chinese Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) Patients
Acronym
REFINE
Official Title
A 12-month, Randomized, Double-masked, Multicenter, Laser-controlled Phase III Study Assessing the Efficacy and Safety of 0.5 mg Ranibizumab Dosed PRN in Subjects With Visual Impairment Due to Diabetic Macular Edema in Chinese Patients
Study Type
Interventional

2. Study Status

Record Verification Date
January 2019
Overall Recruitment Status
Completed
Study Start Date
November 5, 2014 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
January 17, 2017 (Actual)
Study Completion Date
January 17, 2017 (Actual)

3. Sponsor/Collaborators

Responsible Party, by Official Title
Sponsor
Name of the Sponsor
Novartis Pharmaceuticals

4. Oversight

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
No

5. Study Description

Brief Summary
Study of efficacy and safety of 0.5 mg ranibizumab in Chinese patients with diabetic macular edema (DME)
Detailed Description
The purpose of this study was to provide efficacy and safety data on 0.5 mg ranibizumab intravitreal injections compared to laser photocoagulation in Chinese patients with visual impairment due to DME. Treatment was driven by achieving vision stabilization.

6. Conditions and Keywords

Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Diabetic Macular Edema, Visual Impairment
Keywords
DME, macular edema, vision impairment, Chinese, diabetes

7. Study Design

Primary Purpose
Treatment
Study Phase
Phase 3
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Masking
ParticipantCare ProviderInvestigatorOutcomes Assessor
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
384 (Actual)

8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

Arm Title
Ranibizumab (RFB002)
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
3 initial intravitreal injections to the study eye at Day 1, Month 1 and Month 2, followed by as-needed intravitreal injections of ranibizumab 0.5 mg guided by VA stabilization, plus sham laser
Arm Title
Laser
Arm Type
Active Comparator
Arm Description
Laser photocoagulation applied to the study eye at Day 1, followed by active laser photocoagulation at intervals no shorter than 3 months apart, plus sham injections
Intervention Type
Drug
Intervention Name(s)
Ranibizumab (RFB002)
Other Intervention Name(s)
Lucentis
Intervention Description
Ranibizumab 0.5 mg/0.05 mL for intravitreal injection
Intervention Type
Procedure
Intervention Name(s)
Laser
Intervention Description
Laser photocoagulation according to Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS) guidelines
Intervention Type
Drug
Intervention Name(s)
Sham injection
Intervention Description
Imitation of an intravitreal injection consisting of an empty vial and an injection syringe without a needle
Intervention Type
Procedure
Intervention Name(s)
Sham laser
Intervention Description
Imitation of an active laser
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Mean Average Change From Baseline in Best-Corrected Visual Acuity (BCVA) (Letters) to Month 1 Through 12
Description
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. Twelve monthly BCVA values were averaged [(Month1+Month2+...+Month12)/12], and the baseline BCVA value was subtracted from the average. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Baseline, Monthly from Month 1 through Month 12
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in BCVA (Letters) at Each Visit
Description
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Baseline, Monthly from Month 1 through Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Central Sub-Field Thickness (CSFT) at Each Visit
Description
CSFT (the average retinal thickness of the circular area within 1 millimeter diameter around the foveal center) was assessed using Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). A negative change value indicates an improvement in macular edema, while a positive change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Baseline, Monthly from Month 1 through Month 12
Title
Percentage of Patients With BCVA Gain of ≥ 10 and ≥ 15 Letters From Baseline at Month 12
Description
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 12
Title
Percentage of Patients With BCVA Loss of < 10 and < 15 Letters From Baseline to Month 12
Description
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 12
Title
Percentage of Patients With BCVA ≥ 73 Letters at Month 12
Description
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. BCVA ≥ 73 letters is approximately equivalent to 20/40 on a Snellen chart. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Month 12
Title
Mean Average Change in BCVA From Month 4 to Month 12 Compared to Month 3
Description
Visual acuity with eyeglasses was assessed in a sitting position using Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS)-like charts at an initial testing distance of 4 meters. A letter score was calculated based on the number of letters correctly identified at the specified distance. Nine monthly BCVA values were averaged [(Month4+Month5+...+Month12)/9],and the Month 3 BCVA value was subtracted from the average. A positive change value indicates an improvement in visual acuity, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. One eye (study eye) contributed to the analysis.
Time Frame
Monthly from Month 3 through Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Visual Functioning at Month 6 and Month 12, Composite Score
Description
Visual functioning was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in visual functioning, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported General Health at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
General health was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in general health, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported General Vision at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
General vision was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in general vision, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Color Vision at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Color vision was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in color vision, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Peripheral Vision at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Peripheral vision was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in peripheral vision, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Ocular Pain at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Ocular pain was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in ocular pain, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Near Activities at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Near activities were assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in near activities, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Distance Activities at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Distance activities were assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in distance activities, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Social Functioning at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Social functioning was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in social functioning, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Mental Health at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Mental health was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in mental health, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Roles Difficulties at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Roles difficulties were assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in roles difficulties, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Dependency at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Dependency was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in dependency, while a negative change value indicates a worsening.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Change From Baseline in Patient-Reported Driving at Month 6 and Month 12
Description
Driving was assessed by the patient using the National Eye Institute Visual Function Questionnaire-25 (NEI-VFQ-25) on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 = worst possible score and 100 = best. A positive change value indicates a perceived improvement in driving, while a negative change value indicates a worsening. Note: Many patients did not answer the driving related question as they did not drive at all.
Time Frame
Baseline, Month 6, Month 12
Title
Mean Number of Ranibizumab Re-treatments Received in the Study Eye From Month 3 Onward
Description
A ranibizumab re-treatment was defined as an administration of ranibizumab injection at a scheduled visit following at least one non-missed visit where ranibizumab was not administered in the study eye due to visual acuity stabilization. This outcome measure was pre-specified for the Ranibizumab 0.5 mg arm only.
Time Frame
Monthly from Month 3 through Month 12

10. Eligibility

Sex
All
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
18 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Eligibility Criteria
Key Inclusion Criteria: Male or female Chinese patients ≥ 18 years of age with diabetes mellitus and with HbA1c ≤10.0% Stable medication for diabetes within 3 months prior to Visit 1 Visual impairment due to DME with BCVA score between 78 and 39 letters as measured by ETDRS-like charts at 4 meters Key Exclusion Criteria: Stroke or myocardial infarction less than 3 months prior to screening visit Uncontrolled hypertension Active ocular infection or intraocular inflammation in any eye Treatment with any anti-angiogenic drugs within 3 months prior to baseline visit in any eye Active proliferative diabetic retinopathy in study eye Use of other investigational drugs within 30 days and systemic anti-VEGF drugs within 6 months prior to baseline visit Prior laser photocoagulation or intraocular procedure within 3 months prior to baseline in study eye History of intravitreal corticosteroid treatment in phakic study eye, and in aphakic or pseudophakic within 3 months prior to screening
Overall Study Officials:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Organizational Affiliation
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Official's Role
Study Director
Facility Information:
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
State/Province
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100044
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
State/Province
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100191
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
State/Province
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100730
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Guangzhou
State/Province
Guangdong
ZIP/Postal Code
510060
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Guangzhou
State/Province
Guangdong
ZIP/Postal Code
510632
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Shantou
State/Province
Guangdong
ZIP/Postal Code
515041
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Harbin
State/Province
Heilongjiang
ZIP/Postal Code
150001
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Wuhan
State/Province
Hubei
ZIP/Postal Code
430022
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Wuhan
State/Province
Hubei
ZIP/Postal Code
430070
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Changsha
State/Province
Hunan
ZIP/Postal Code
410011
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Wuxi
State/Province
Jiangsu
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Nanchang
State/Province
Jiangxi
ZIP/Postal Code
330019
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Qingdao
State/Province
Shandong
ZIP/Postal Code
2666000
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Xi'an
State/Province
Shanxi
ZIP/Postal Code
710032
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Chengdu
State/Province
Sichuan
ZIP/Postal Code
610041
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Tianjin
State/Province
Tianjin
ZIP/Postal Code
300020
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Tianjin
State/Province
Tianjin
ZIP/Postal Code
300070
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Hangzhou
State/Province
Zhejiang
ZIP/Postal Code
310003
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Hangzhou
State/Province
Zhejiang
ZIP/Postal Code
310014
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Wenzhou
State/Province
Zhejiang
ZIP/Postal Code
325027
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100034
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100050
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100053
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100176
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Beijing
ZIP/Postal Code
100730
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Chongqing
ZIP/Postal Code
400042
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Shanghai
ZIP/Postal Code
200080
Country
China
Facility Name
Novartis Investigative Site
City
Shanghai
ZIP/Postal Code
200092
Country
China

12. IPD Sharing Statement

Plan to Share IPD
Undecided
IPD Sharing Plan Description
Novartis is committed to sharing with qualified external researchers, access to patient-level data and supporting clinical documents from eligible studies. These requests are reviewed and approved by an independent review panel on the basis of scientific merit. All data provided is anonymized to respect the privacy of patients who have participated in the trial in line with applicable laws and regulations. This trial data availability is according to the criteria and process described on www.clinicalstudydatarequest.com

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