Simulation of clinical trials of oral treprostinil in pulmonary arterial hypertension using a virtual population, Nature Briefing Journal, January 15, 2025

The study published recently in the Nature Briefing Journal explores using mathematical modeling to address drug development challenges in pulmonary arterial hypertension. Researchers developed a quantitative systems pharmacology (QSP) model in the context of oral treprostinil clinical studies to predict changes in pulmonary vascular resistance and six-minute walk distance by creating a virtual patient population […]

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Positive scientific advice from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a Phase 2 clinical trial of tiprelestat in pulmonary arterial hypertension

Tiakis Biotech has received positive scientific advice from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a planned Phase 2 ATHENA clinical trial of tiprelestat in pulmonary arterial hypertension. The therapy has been granted orphan designation in the U.S. and in Europe for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Dr. Roham Zamanian, Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and

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Proud to celebrate the 14 live webinars we have organised since the series launched in June 2023! A huge thank you to all our speakers and participants!

The Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension (AfPH) recently concluded its 14th webinar, marking the culmination of an educational initiative that began in June 2023. These virtual gatherings brought together internationally renowned experts in pulmonary hypertension, who shared their expertise on a comprehensive range of topics crucial to advancing patient care and quality of life. The diverse

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Bridging the Gender Gap: Addressing Women’s Underrepresentation in Cardiovascular Research, American Journal of Managed Care, October 15, 2024

According to an article titled ‘Why are we still seeing gaps in women’s heart care’ by Hayden E. Klein, published on ‘The American Journal of Managed Care’ on October 15, 2024, women remain underrepresented in heart disease trials, thus affecting the generalizability of findings due to sex-based differences.  For years, women were underrepresented in cardiovascular

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The Rise of the “Expert” Patient: Opportunities and Challenges in Democratizing Drug Development

For many years, drug development has lagged behind healthcare in engaging patients. Recently, however, the field has shifted toward more active patient involvement, recognizing the value of patient insights both for democratizing drug creation and enhancing innovation. A recent article published in “Science is Culture” analyzes the potential and challenges of involving patients in drug

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New research published in “The Lancet” suggests that the seratonin pathway might not be a suitable option for pulmonary arterial hypertension therapy, September 19, 2024

New research published in The Lancet on September 19, 2024, suggests that the seratonin pathway might not be a suitable option for pulmonary arterial hypertension therapy. The role of serotonin in pulmonary arterial hypertension has been extensively studied in recent decades, with preclinical data indicating involvement in disease pathogenesis; however, clinical studies up to now

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New research suggests that the serotonin pathway might not be a suitable option for pulmonary arterial hypertension therapy, The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, September 19, 2024

The role of serotonin in pulmonary arterial hypertension has been extensively studied in recent decades, with preclinical data indicating involvement in disease pathogenesis; however, clinical studies have yielded mixed results. New research published in The Lancet suggests that the seratonin pathway might not be a suitable option for pulmonary arterial hypertension therapy. ELEVATE-2 was a

New research suggests that the serotonin pathway might not be a suitable option for pulmonary arterial hypertension therapy, The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, September 19, 2024 Read Post »

New study finds that elevated “asporin” levels in pulmonary arterial hypertension lung samples are linked to lower disease severity, Healio news, October 2, 2024

In pulmonary arterial hypertension lung samples researchers have observed elevated asporin levels and found a link between these levels and lower disease severity. Higher levels of asporin appeared to counteract the pathological remodeling of the pulmonary vasculature that characterizes pulmonary arterial hypertension. Jason Hong, MD, PhD, assistant clinical professor at David Geffen School of Medicine

New study finds that elevated “asporin” levels in pulmonary arterial hypertension lung samples are linked to lower disease severity, Healio news, October 2, 2024 Read Post »

Results of the INSIGNIA-PAH study on MK-5475, an inhaled soluble guanylate cyclase stimulator for pulmonary arterial hypertension, published on the ERS Respiratory Journal, Vol 64 Issue 3, 2024

MK-5475 is an experimental soluble guanylate cyclase stimulator which is administered via dry powder inhalation and is designed to potentially mitigate the side effects associated with systemic vasodilation. The results of the INSIGNIA-PAH study published in the Respiratory Journal suggest that MK-5475 reduced pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) and was well tolerated in patients with pulmonary

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Cereno Scientific announces positive topline results of Phase IIa trial with lead candidate CS1 in pulmonary arterial hypertension, September 27, 2024

CS1 is a HDAC, Histone Deacetylase inhibitor, that works through epigenetic modulation and is being developed by Cereno Scientific as a disease modifying treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension. CS1 targets the root cause of the disease, aiming to reverse the pathological vascular remodeling of the small lung arteries. The Phase IIa trial evaluated the safety,

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“Serotonin pathway blockade in pulmonary arterial hypertension”, The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, September 19, 2024

Article exploring the serotonin pathway in pulmonary arterial hypertension care published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine on September 19, 2024, titled “Serotonin pathway blockade in pulmonary arterial hypertension”. The author is Marcin Kurzyna, MD, PhD, FESC Citation Serotonin pathway blockade in pulmonary arterial hypertension, Kurzyna, Marcin, The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, Volume 0, Issue 0, DOI: 10.1016/S2213-2600(24)00291-1

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“Gaps in evidence in the treatment of prevalent patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension at intermediate risk: An expert consensus”, Vascular Pharmacology, September 10, 2024

Abstract “Despite the innovations introduced in the 2022 European Society of Cardiology/European Respiratory Society Guidelines on Pulmonary Hypertension, risk discrimination and management of pulmonary arterial hypertension patients at intermediate risk still represents a grey zone. Additionally, clinical evidence derived from currently available studies is limited. This expert panel survey intends to aid physicians in choosing

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“Integrating the patient perspective into future pulmonary hypertension clinical trials”, European Society of Cardiology Annual Congress 2024, talk by Pisana Ferrari, member of the ESC Patient Forum

The European Society of Cardiology’s Congress is the foremost gathering in the field of cardiology worldwide. This year’s edition took place in London from 30.8-1.9, 2024, and counted 31,700 participants from 162 countries, including 5,400 faculty and presenters, representatives of the National Cardiac Societies and industry partners. Pisana Ferrari, the Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension’s Secretary

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Could artificial intelligence contribute to earlier diagnosis of pulmonary arterial hypertension? Recent research shows promising results, “Managed Healthcare Executive”, August 20, 2024

Over the past decade, significant strides have been made in diagnosing and treating pulmonary hypertension, driven by updated criteria and new medications. However, timely diagnosis remains a major challenge, with many patients facing long delays, often waiting years and consulting multiple doctors before receiving an accurate diagnosis. Journalist and healthcare writer Jared Kaltwasser has recently

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For far too long, medicine has ignored the valuable insights that patients have into their own diseases. It is time to listen, “Aeon Psyche”, August 5, 2024

An article titled “Empowering patient research” which was recently published on the Aeon Psyche newsletter on August 5, 2024, discusses the challenges faced by patients with chronic illnesses and disabilities in the healthcare system, particularly in research and academia. The article advocates for the inclusion of patients as active participants in medical research, arguing that

For far too long, medicine has ignored the valuable insights that patients have into their own diseases. It is time to listen, “Aeon Psyche”, August 5, 2024 Read Post »

Recent study suggests that resistin could be a key biomarker and therapeutic target in pulmonary arterial hypertension, “Respiratory Research”, June 6, 2024

The findings of study which aimed to evaluate the potential for using resistin as a genetic and biological marker for disease severity and survival in pulmonary arterial hypertension were published on June 6, 2024 in “Pulmonary Research”. Resistin is an adipose-derived hormone (similar to a cytokine). The researchers collected biospecimens, clinical, and genetic data for 1.121 adults

Recent study suggests that resistin could be a key biomarker and therapeutic target in pulmonary arterial hypertension, “Respiratory Research”, June 6, 2024 Read Post »

Practical management of oral treprostinil in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension: Lessons from ADAPT, EXPEDITE, and expert consensus, “Respiratory Medicine”

Oral treprostinil is a prostacyclin analogue approved to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). A study analysing the practical management of oral treprostinil in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension has been published on “Respiratory Medicine” Volume 231, 107734, September 2024. The article is based on results of the ADAPT and EXPEDITE trials and expert consensus. The

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Aerovate Therapeutics announces that its pulmonary arterial hypertension candidate AV-101 failed to meet its primary endpoint in the Phase IIb portion of the IMPAHCT trial

Aerovate Therapeutics has announced that its pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) candidate AV-101 failed to meet its primary endpoint in the Phase IIb portion of the IMPAHCT trial. The Phase IIb portion of the IMPAHCT trial aimed to assess three different doses of AV-101, a novel dry powder inhaled formulation of imatinib. The primary endpoint tested

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