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New frontiers in medical research
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Your next step helps guide the way forward

Enrollment in a clinical trial may give your journey more meaning. And while the path is personal, we know the process of choosing to participate in a clinical trial may be challenging. Learn more about trial opportunities and information to discuss with your care team – so you can explore what may be possible in clinical trials, together.

CURRENT AREAS OF RESEARCH

Insmed is committed to helping people with serious diseases. We’re currently conducting research in the following areas:

  • Nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease is a rare and serious disorder most commonly caused by Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC). Symptoms may worsen over time and include chronic cough, dyspnea, fatigue, fever, weight loss, and chest pain. In some cases, NTM lung disease can cause severe lung damage.

  • Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS) is inflammation of both the nose and sinuses, including nasal blockage or discharge.

  • HS is a long-term inflammatory condition that affects areas of the skin with hair follicles and sweat glands, such as the armpits, groin, under the breasts, and buttocks. It causes painful lumps or boils that can rupture and leak pus, often leading to scarring. In more severe cases, tunnels (sinus tracts) can form under the skin, connecting different lesions.

  • Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a rare, progressive disease in which the arteries of the lungs become narrowed and stiff. This causes high blood pressure (hypertension) in these arteries.

  • DMD is a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness. It primarily affects young males and is caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for producing dystrophin, a protein that helps keep muscles strong.

As research opens new doors to finding ways to diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure disease and disability, clinical trial participation is essential to help us find the answers.

What’s in it for you?

Getting involved in clinical trials helps to advance our understanding of science and diseases. In addition, some patients who join may gain access to:

  • Better condition understanding
    Access to diagnostic tests and education from research team
  • Enhanced care and monitoring
    Frequent and comprehensive checkups with detailed assessments
  • Thorough screening process
    In-depth evaluations that may affect your condition management
  • Psychological or emotional value
    A proactive approach to address overall health
  • Personalized support
    Gained resources including clinicians and care team
  • Reimbursement for costs
    Participation often includes covering study-related expenses

All clinical trials are different and experiences may vary.

It’s also important to keep these factors in mind when deciding whether to apply to a clinical trial:

  • Convenience of the trial location
    Participation could require significant travel to the nearest trial location
  • Medication may come with side effects
    Early testing results may also uncover potential safety concerns
  • Effectiveness of the drug
    Positive treatment results are not guaranteed for trial participants
  • Experimental treatment may not be given to participants
    Those in the “control” group may be given a placebo instead of investigational drug
  • Significant time commitment
    For trial participants as well as caregivers and loved ones that are involved
  • Impact on daily life
    Participation may disrupt daily routines and activities

Ask your healthcare provider about clinical trials and learn more about patient advocacy groups that may be suited for you.

Testimonial from a clinical trial participant

“I was nervous when I decided to check out clinical trials for my condition, but I knew I needed something different.”
– Barb, clinical trial participant

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