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Autologous Human Schwann Cell

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Peripheral Nerve Injury | Monoclonal antibody | Neurology |United Therapeutics Corporation|Last Updated: Sep 2, 2025

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetADA
Target classExogenous Gene
ModalityMonoclonal antibody

Success Probability

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment30

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Autologous Human Schwann Cell · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT05541250Safety and Efficacy of Autologous Human Schwann Cell (ahSC) Augmentation in Severe Peripheral Nerve Injury (PNI)Peripheral Nerve Injury
RECRUITING30 Analytics
PHASE1RECRUITING
Safety and Efficacy of Autologous Human Schwann Cell (ahSC) Augmentation in Severe Peripheral Nerve Injury (PNI)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Incidence of Treatment-related Adverse Events (AEs)
Up to 2 years

Safety will be reported as the incidence of treatment-related AEs as assessed by treating physician

Secondary Endpoints

Motor Recovery as assessed using the MRC Grading Scale
Up to 2 years
Sensory recovery as assessed by Pin-Prick Evaluation
Up to 2 years
Sensory recovery as assessed by the 2-Point Discrimination Evaluation
Up to 2 years
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeSUPPORTIVE_CARE

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Autologous Human Schwann Cell (ahSC) GroupEXPERIMENTALParticipants in this group will undergo a sural nerve biopsy followed by ahSC transplant

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Autologous Human Schwann CellBIOLOGICALA one-time dose of 1000 μl\* or 80 to 100 million ahSC prepared from segments of the sural nerve from the leg recovered from the participant.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Persons with severe sciatic nerve injury, brachial plexus injury, and/or major nerve injury at the upper or lower extremity within previous year; 2. Between the ages of 18 and 65 at last birthday Exclusion Criteria: 1. Persons unable to safely undergo an MRI; 2. Persons wit...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Autologous Human Schwann Cell

What is Autologous Human Schwann Cell used for?

Autologous Human Schwann Cell is an investigational cell therapy being studied for the treatment of Peripheral Nerve Injury. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development, meaning it has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities and remains under investigation for safety and efficacy.

Who makes Autologous Human Schwann Cell?

Autologous Human Schwann Cell is being developed by United Therapeutics Corporation, a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol UTHR. The company is conducting a Phase 1 clinical trial to evaluate the therapy in patients with severe peripheral nerve injury.

What phase is Autologous Human Schwann Cell in?

Autologous Human Schwann Cell is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational therapy, not yet approved by the FDA or any other regulatory agency. The ongoing Phase 1 trial is actively recruiting participants in the United States to assess the safety and efficacy of the treatment.

What clinical trials is Autologous Human Schwann Cell in?

Autologous Human Schwann Cell is being evaluated in a single Phase 1 clinical trial with the identifier NCT05541250. This study, titled 'Safety and Efficacy of Autologous Human Schwann Cell (ahSC) Augmentation in Severe Peripheral Nerve Injury (PNI),' is currently recruiting 30 participants in the United States.

Is Autologous Human Schwann Cell the same as ahSC?

Yes, Autologous Human Schwann Cell is also referred to as ahSC, which is an abbreviation used in clinical trial documentation. The ongoing Phase 1 study NCT05541250 uses the term 'ahSC' in its title, confirming that both names refer to the same investigational cell therapy for peripheral nerve injury.