Clinical Studies & Research at Friendship Hospital for Animals
Currently Enrolling – Injectable Polyacrylamide Study
We are evaluating a treatment for urinary incontinence that is novel in dogs.
The product has been used for incontinence in women and is also administered in the joints of dogs and horses to be used to help with joint lameness.
This is a minimally invasive treatment for urinary incontinence in dogs. Compared to urethral collagen bulking, a procedure performed for decades to manage urinary incontinence, we hope that this product produces a prolonged response.
Patient benefits: potentially one-time procedure vs. collagen administration that needs to be repeated as needed (typically yearly).
Clients responsibility: Cover procedure costs only – the bulking agent is administered at no charge.
Financial benefits: $1,000 savings compared to cost of collagen injection.
Follow-up: 1 & 3 month phone call or email with update. Recheck as needed.
We would be happy to provide you with additional information regarding the study. Please reach out to our Clinical Trials Coordinator, Noa Zeevi at 202-363-7300 or clinicaltrials@friendshiphospital.com
Currently Enrolling – The Hope for Cats with Heart failure Study (View PDF)
We are happy to inform you that our hospital is participating in a clinical study evaluating an investigational medication for the treatment of feline patients with heart failure.
STUDY OVERVIEW
This is an 18-month double-blind, placebo-controlled study of a once-daily oral liquid investigational medication administered by the cat owner, with the goal of achieving approval by FDA.
ALL cats in the study receive Standard of Care based on ACVIM guidelines during the full duration of their study participation, which may help reduce the likelihood of certain disease complications.
PATIENT REQUIREMENTS
- Have had first CHF (congestive heart failure) episode in last 60 days
- Not diabetic and not on insulin
- At least 12 months of age
- Weigh at least 4.4 lbs (2 kg)
- Currently clinically stable (free of pleural effusion/pulmonary edema)
- Not pregnant, lactating, or intended for breeding
The full Inclusion and Exclusion criteria are available at FelineHeartStudy.com/Veterinarians.
NO-COST CARDIOLOGY CARE
Everything required by this cardiology study is provided free to owners, including:
- Bloodwork, including hematology, biochemistry, total thyroxin, fructosamine, NT-proBNP
- Urinalysis
- Cardiac and respiratory exams
- Diagnostic tests, including echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, thoracic radiography, and systolic blood pressure
For stable patients only, from screening forward. (Initial patient stabilization is not included in the study.)
REFERRING YOUR PATIENTS IS EASY If you believe you have feline patients that meet study requirements outlined above, simply visit FelineHeartStudy.com, complete the prescreening questionnaire and upload digital radiographs (if you have them) to help us determine whether your patient is eligible for screening. The study investigator will evaluate and review qualifications for each potential candidate.
Friendship Hospital for Animals clinicaltrials@friendshiphospital.com
Your clients can also learn more about the study at: FelineHeartStudy.com
