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ARNAS Civico Di Cristina Benfratelli

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Italy Piazza Nicola Leotta 4, 90127 Palermo, Italy

  • 28 trials recruiting
  • Colorectal cancer metastatic · Acute lymphocytic leukaemia · Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
  • Adults and children

About Specializations

ARNAS Civico Di Cristina Benfratelli in Palermo, Italy specialises in clinical trials of conditions such as Colorectal cancer metastatic, Acute lymphocytic leukaemia, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy, and other specialisations. This site conducts important research.

Main research areas of the site

Neurology and Neuroimmunology

At ARNAS Civico Di Cristina Benfratelli, clinical trials in multiple sclerosis, generalized myasthenia gravis, and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy focus on improving symptom control, slowing disease activity, and testing new treatment options for immune-related nervous system disorders.

  • Relapsing and progressive forms of multiple sclerosis
  • Myasthenia gravis and daily function outcomes
  • Inflammatory neuropathies such as CIDP

These studies aim to evaluate whether newer therapies can better reduce disability and preserve quality of life in patients with chronic neurologic disease.

Hematology and Pediatric Oncology

The site has a strong research profile in acute lymphoblastic leukemia, lymphoblastic lymphoma, neuroblastoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, and other childhood cancers, with trials designed to improve survival and reduce relapse risk.

  • Acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children, adolescents, and relapsed disease
  • Lymphoblastic lymphoma and related blood cancers
  • Neuroblastoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, and osteosarcoma

Research at this hospital includes testing more effective treatment combinations and refining care for high-risk or relapsed cancers.

Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases

Clinical trials in cardiovascular disease, heart failure, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes are exploring ways to lower major cardiac risks and improve long-term disease control.

  • Heart failure and prevention of worsening disease
  • Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and systemic inflammation
  • Type 2 diabetes with high cardiovascular risk

These studies are aimed at finding better strategies to prevent complications and support patients living with complex cardiometabolic conditions.

Oncology and Precision Cancer Medicine

Research in solid tumors at ARNAS Civico Di Cristina Benfratelli includes trials in colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, and urothelial cancer, often with a focus on targeted and personalized treatment approaches.

  • Metastatic colorectal cancer and molecularly selected subgroups
  • Prostate cancer, including advanced and high-risk disease
  • Ovarian, pancreatic, and urothelial cancers

The main goal is to evaluate whether tailored therapies can improve response, delay progression, and offer better outcomes than standard treatment alone.

Rheumatology, Immunology, and Inflammatory Conditions

Trials in juvenile idiopathic arthritis, systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis, recurrent pericarditis, and other immune-mediated disorders are studying how to better control inflammation and prevent flares.

  • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis and treatment strategies in children
  • Systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis and targeted therapy
  • Recurrent pericarditis and steroid-sparing approaches

These studies seek safer and more effective options for patients who do not respond well to standard anti-inflammatory care.

Kidney, Digestive, and Other Specialized Clinical Research

The site also supports trials in IgA nephropathy, endometriosis, digestive system diseases, and other conditions, showing a broad interest in both chronic disease management and symptom relief.

  • IgA nephropathy and kidney protection
  • Endometriosis and pain-related outcomes
  • Metabolic and immune-mediated conditions with unmet treatment needs

These studies are designed to improve diagnosis, reduce disease burden, and test therapies that may offer better control with fewer side effects.

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Piazza Nicola Leotta 490127 PalermoItaly
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28 trials
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50 clinical trials

Study of sotorasib, panitumumab and a drug combination for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer with KRAS p.G12C mutation.

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years
  • Substances:Bevacizumab
  • Sponsor:Amgen Inc.

Study of vicadrostat and empagliflozin combination in patients with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease

Registered drug
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:BI 690517
  • Sponsor:Boehringer Ingelheim Espana S.A.
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Baxdrostat
  • Sponsor:AstraZeneca AB

Obesity

Recruiting

Long‑term Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of maridebart cafraglutide in Adults with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

Investigational
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Maridebart Cafraglutide
  • Sponsor:Amgen Inc.

Cataract

Recruiting

Study of levofloxacin, ketorolac trometamol, and dexamethasone eye drops for preventing inflammation and infection after cataract surgery in adults

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Dexamethasone
  • Sponsor:Ntc S.r.l.

Docetaxel and Apalutamide in Patients with Metastatic Hormone-Sensitive Prostate Cancer Who Did Not Have a Deep PSA Response After Initial Apalutamide Treatment

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Apalutamide

Treatment Study of Arsenic Trioxide, Tretinoin, and Gemtuzumab Ozogamicin for Children and Adolescents with Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:0–17 years
  • Substances:Arsenic Trioxide
  • Sponsor:Associazione Italiana Ematologia Oncologia Pediatrica

Study of chemotherapy with blinatumomab and tyrosine kinase inhibitors in newly diagnosed children and young adults with Philadelphia chromosome positive B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:0–17 years · 18–64 years
  • Substances:Blinatumomab
  • Sponsor:Universita Degli Studi Di Milano Bicocca

Comparing irinotecan plus cetuximab with trifluridine and tipiracil plus bevacizumab for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer as third line treatment

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Bevacizumab
  • Sponsor:Gruppo Oncologico Dell'Italia Meridionale

A Study of JNJ-78278343 Compared to Placebo for Patients with Advanced Prostate Cancer That No Longer Responds to Hormone Treatment

Investigational
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:JNJ-78278343
  • Sponsor:Janssen Cilag International

Prostate cancer

Recruiting

A study of saruparib with radiotherapy and hormone therapy for men with high-risk prostate cancer who have a BRCA gene mutation

Registered drug
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Abiraterone Acetate
  • Sponsor:AstraZeneca AB

Study on Cetuximab and Drug Combination for Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

Registered drugNo placebo
Countries:ItalyItaly
  • Participants:18–64 years · 65+ years
  • Substances:Bevacizumab
  • Sponsor:Gruppo Oncologico Dell'Italia Meridionale
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