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Clinical Trials Update: July 23, 2008

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  • (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch:

    Neuropathy

    If you have a diagnosis of orthostatic hypotension associated with: Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, pure autonomic failure, dopamine beta hydroxylase deficiency, or non-diabetic autonomic neuropathy -- and have a documented fall in blood pressure within three minutes of standing -- you may qualify for this study.

    The research site is in Dallas, Texas.

    More information

    Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat215.html.  External Links Disclaimer Logo

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    Breast Cancer

    This study seeks both women and men who are having breast cancer surgery. The trial will evaluate whether an investigational device is helpful in minimizing the risk of post-surgical swelling.

    The research site is in Charlottesville, Va.

    More information

    Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat29.html.

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    Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

    If you have mild-to-moderate high blood pressure, you may qualify for this study of an investigational drug.

    The research site is in Las Vegas, Nev.

    More information

    Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat85.html.

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