CompletedPhase 2

Global Study of MK-2060 (Anti-Factor XI Monoclonal Antibody) in Participants With End Stage Renal Disease Receiving Hemodialysis (FXI Hemodialysis Study) (MK-2060-007)

United States, Argentina, Australia506 participantsStarted 2021-09-17

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of two different doses of MK-2060 (a monoclonal antibody against Factor XI) in end stage renal disease (ESRD) participants receiving hemodialysis via an arteriovenous graft (AVG). Data from this study will be used to aid dose selection of MK-2060 in future studies. The primary hypothesis is that at least one of the MK-2060 doses is superior to placebo in increasing the time to first occurrence of AVG event.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Current diagnosis of ESRD. * Receiving hemodialysis (including hemodiafiltration) ≥3 times per week for a minimum of 3 hours per session via a mature normally functioning, uninfected AVG with at least 75% of the sessions meeting these criteria over the 4 weeks prior to randomization. * A female participant is not pregnant or breastfeeding, not a woman of child-bearing potential (WOCBP) or is a WOCBP and agrees to follow contraceptive guidance during the intervention period and for at least 90 days after the last dose of study intervention. Exclusion Criteria: * Recent history of cancer (\<1 year). Non-melanoma skin cancers are allowed. * Mechanical/prosthetic heart valve. * Recent hemorrhagic stroke or lacunar stroke (\<1 month). * Recent evidence (\<1 month) of bleeding requiring hospitalization or unplanned medical attention, a history (≤2 years) of recurrent bleeding episodes including epistaxis, gastrointestinal (GI) bleeds or genitourinary (GU) bleeds requiring medical treatment or events requiring treatment with blood products. * Recent history (\<1 year) of drug or alcohol abuse or dependence. * Currently receiving or planning to receive anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications (intradialytic heparin and aspirin are permitted). * Planning on receiving a living donor renal transplant within 12 months (participants are permitted to be candidates for deceased donor renal transplants). * Planning on receiving an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) placem…

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.

What they're measuring

Time to First Arteriovenous Graft (AVG) Thrombosis Event

Timeframe: From date of randomization until the date of first occurrence of an AVG thrombosis event, assessed up to approximately 37 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05027074

SponsorMerck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Sponsor typeINDUSTRY

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-10-30

Results submitted2025-09-23

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