CARAT
Research type
Research Study
Full title
A randomized, open-label, parallel-group, 18-month Phase 3 study to evaluate the effect of venglustat compared with usual standard of care on left ventricular mass index in participants with Fabry disease and left ventricular hypertrophy
IRAS ID
1004202
Contact name
Veronica Baffa
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
sanofi-aventis recherche et développement
Eudract number
2021-002320-20
Clinicaltrials.gov Identifier
Research summary
The purpose of the study is to assess the effect of daily oral doses of the study drug called venglustat compared with standard of care therapies given for Fabry disease. This will be done by looking at the effect on heart function and what are the possible risks.
The study will be with participants with Fabry disease who have an enlarged left ventricle of the heart and may or may not be receiving therapy for Fabry disease currently.
Participation will be approximately 38 months at maximum including various regular tests & assessments such as MRI & ECHO.
REC name
East of England - Essex Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
22/EE/0002
Date of REC Opinion
21 Feb 2022
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion