Looking for participants for a clinical trial
Randomized phase II clinical trial of mycophenolate mofetil in mild interstitial lung disease associated with systemic scleroderma.
CHUM rheumatologist Dr. Sabrina Hoa’s research team is looking for participants with scleroderma and mild interstitial lung disease for a clinical trial. This pilot study will evaluate the efficacy of mycophenolate mofetil (an immunosuppressive drug) initiated early in the mild phase of lung disease, compared with placebo.
Study participation criteria.
Registration and information form
For new and current participants, please complete the registration and information update form by clicking here. Once completed, please send the form by email to info@sclerodermie.ca or by mail to:
Scleroderma Quebec
40-550 chemin Chambly
Longueuil QC J4H 3L8
Notice to healthcare professionals
A clinical trial in scleroderma is currently recruiting at the CHUM. (VITALISScE™ Trial)
Please read the details of this clinical trial (VITALISScE™) being conducted in the province of Quebec by Dr Sabrina Hoa’s team at the CHUM. Read more
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Last updated : April 16, 2025