Volanesorsen Early Access Program for Patients With Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) (NCT03544060) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Volanesorsen Early Access Program for Patients With Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS)
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this program is to provide expanded access to volanesorsen for up to 100 Patients with Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS).
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients who participated in the APPROACH Open Label trial, must have completed the open label extension trial for volanesorsen for a length of time consistent with the study protocol (≥ 1 year). Patients in the APPROACH open Label trial for less than a year require approval from Akcea to participate in the EAP. Patients who did not participate in the APPROACH open label trial require approval from Akcea for entry into EAP.
* Patients not participating in the APPROACH open label trial must have a diagnosis of FCS as determined by the participating physician, as outlined in the Volanesorsen EAP protocol. Akcea will review each application to determine eligibility.
* Male patients and female patients of childbearing potential must continue to use appropriate contraception with their partners, or refrain from sexual activity
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients who have any new conditions or worsening of existing conditions which in the opinion of the Physician would make the patient unsuitable for treatment with volanesorsen.
* Volanesorsen naïve patients with baseline platelet values ≤ 140,000/mm3
* Patients not willing to adhere to mandatory blood draws for platelet monitoring
* Patients who in the opinion of Akcea's medical team, are not eligible candidates for volanesorsen therapy.
* Any patient who plans to or becomes pregnant.
* Any patient who was withdrawn from the APPROACH open label study due to a serious adverse event related to volanesorsen therap…
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.