Effects of Soy Protein on Cholesterol Levels in Children Affected With Familial Hypercholesterolemia...
Heterozygous Familial HypercholesterolemiaFamilial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is an inheritable, autosomal dominant disorder leading to pathologically increased levels of low-density-lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Dietary treatment remains an important tool in the management of affected children even after the decision for the initiation of pharmacotherapy is made. However, little evidence is available on the beneficial effects of diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol and diets enriched with soy in children affected with FH. Based on these previous findings we hypothesize that the LDL-C lowering effect of a fat-modified diet could be further increased by the addition of soy-protein in children affected with HeFH.
Impact of LDL-cholesterol Lowering on Platelet Activation
Familial HypercholesterolemiaThe primary goal is to assess the impact of Evolocumab therapy on platelet function of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) patients in a randomized, double blind study. Evolocumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets circulating PCSK9, increases hepatic LDL receptor, decreases plasma LDL cholesterol and reduces risk of cardiovascular events. Evolocumab (brand name Rapatha) has been approved by FDA along with diet and maximally tolerated statin therapy in adults with FH or atherosclerotic heart or blood vessel problems, who need additional lowering of LDL cholesterol. The secondary goal is to determine if platelet activation or the response to Evolocumab therapy is modified by rs3184504 polymorphism. The investigators believe that these investigations will complement ongoing studies to demonstrate that Evolocumab reduces athero-thrombotic risk and aid the decision-making as to whether Evolocumab can reduce the atherothrombotic risk in acute coronary syndrome (ACS) patients.
Comparison of the Plasma Lipoprotein Apheresis Systems DIAMED and MONET vs. the Whole Blood Apheresis...
HypercholesterolemiaFamilial2 moreThe clinical Investigation will be performed to compare the safety and effectiveness of the CE certified and established lipoprotein apheresis systems MONET vs. DALI and DIAMED vs. DALI for optimizing the individual therapy of patients with severe dyslipidemia using established and novel efficacy parameters.
Ezetimibe (SCH 58235) Taken With Either Atorvastatin or Simvastatin in Participants With Familial...
Familial HypercholesterolemiaThe primary objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and the safety of ezetimibe (SCH 58235) co-administered with either atorvastatin or simvastatin in participants with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (FH).
Efficacy and Safety of Gemcabene in Patients With Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia on Stable,...
HypercholesteremiaThe purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of multiple doses of Gemcabene in patients with HoFH on stable, lipid-lowering therapy.
Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Evinacumab in Pediatric Patients With Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia...
Homozygous Familial HypercholesterolemiaThe primary objective for Part A of the study is to assess the pharmacokinetics (PK) of evinacumab in pediatric patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH). The primary objective for Part B of the study is to demonstrate a reduction of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) by evinacumab in pediatric (5 to 11 years of age) patients with HoFH. The secondary objective for Part A of the study is to evaluate the safety and tolerability of evinacumab administered intravenous (IV) in pediatric patients with HoFH. The secondary objectives for Part B of the study are: To evaluate the effect of evinacumab on other lipid parameters (ie, apolipoprotein B (Apo B), non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (non-HDL-C), total cholesterol (TC), lipoprotein a [Lp(a)]) in pediatric patients with HoFH To evaluate the safety and tolerability of evinacumab administered IV in pediatric patients with HoFH To assess the PK of evinacumab in pediatric patients with HoFH To assess the immunogenicity of evinacumab in pediatric patients with HoFH over time To evaluate patient efficacy by mutation status
Safety and Efficacy of IBI306 in HeFH Patients
Heterozygous Familial HypercholesterolemiaIBI306 is a fully human monoclonal antibody that binds proprotein convertase substilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK-9), preventing its interaction with the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol receptor (LDL-R) and thereby restoring LDL-R recycling and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) uptake. In the phase I study, IBI306 was shown to be safe and well tolerated. There was robust reduction in LDL-C, Apo(B), non-HDL-C and lipoprotein (a) in healthy subjects. This study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, repeated-dosing, multiple ascending dose trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a novel PCSK-9 anti-body, IBI306, in Chinese patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
Reduction of Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C) With PCSK9 Inhibition in Heterozygous Familial...
HypercholesterolemiaFamilialThe primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of 12 weeks of subcutaneous evolocumab (AMG 145), compared with placebo, on percent change from baseline in LDL-C in adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).
A Study of the Safety and Efficacy of Two Different Regimens of Mipomersen in Patients With Familial...
HypercholesterolemiaHeterozygous FamilialPrimary objective: Determine whether mipomersen (ISIS 301012) significantly reduces atherogenic lipid levels in patients with severe heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (severe HeFH), defined as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels ≥200 mg/dL plus the presence of coronary heart disease (CHD)/risk equivalents or LDL-C levels ≥300 mg/dL regardless of the presence of CHD/risk equivalents (referred to as Cohort 1) compared to placebo. Two different mipomersen dosing regimens will be studied: subcutaneous (SC) mipomersen 200 mg once weekly versus placebo, and SC mipomersen 70 mg thrice weekly versus placebo. Secondary Objectives: Determine whether there are qualitative differences between the safety profiles of the 2 dosing regimens and placebo in Cohort 1, patients with HeFH with LDL-C levels ≥160 mg/dL and <200 mg/dL plus the presence of CHD/risk equivalents (referred to as Cohort 2), and the overall study population Determine whether there are qualitative differences between the tolerability of the 2 dosing regimens and placebo in Cohort 1, Cohort 2, and the overall study population Further characterize the pharmacokinetics (PK) of the 2 dosing regimens in Cohort 1, Cohort 2, and the overall study population Determine whether the 2 mipomersen dosing regimens significantly reduce atherogenic lipid levels in Cohort 2 compared to placebo Obtain additional data regarding ongoing safety and efficacy of mipomersen in patients with FH and inadequately controlled LDL-C who complete the primary efficacy assessment visit (PET) in the Blinded Treatment Period and continue treatment in Open-Label Continuation Period
Effect of CER-001 on Plaque Volume in Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) Subjects
Homozygous Familial HypercholesterolemiaThe available medications used to treat HoFH are targeted at reducing circulating levels of total and LDL-cholesterol. These measures can retard the progression of cardiovascular disease, however, they are unlikely to regress existing disease due to years of cholesterol accumulation in the vessel walls and therefore cannot adequately reduce the existing risk for an ischemic event. HDL has multiple actions that could lead to plaque stabilization and regression, such as rapid removal of large quantities of cholesterol from the vasculature, improvement in endothelial function, protection against oxidative damage and reduction in inflammation. This study will assess the effects of CER-001, a recombinant human Apo-A-1 based HDL mimetic, on indices of atherosclerotic plaque progression and regression as assessed by 3Tesla MRI measurements in patients with HoFH.