๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-20

Selenium Supplementation in Moderate-Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis Patients Treated With Advanced Therapies (NCT07427017)

Selenium Supplementation in Moderate-Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis Patients Treated With Advanced Therapies: A Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Randomized Clinical Trial

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Northwestern University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Micronutrient deficiencies are common in ulcerative colitis (UC). Selenium deficiency is associated with worse disease outcomes including disease flares and need for surgery. Previous in vitro and in vivo studies demonstrated that selenium regulates colonic inflammation, and that selenium supplementation protects against DSS-induced colitis. In this proof-of-concept clinical trial, we aim to test the hypothesis that selenium supplementation in moderate to severely active UC patients will improve responsiveness to advanced therapy such as biologics and small molecules.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Northwestern University โ€” Chicago, Illinois

Age range: 18 Years to 85 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Northwestern University โ€” Chicago, Illinois

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (312) 503-0006

Email: libeth.rosas@northwestern.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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