NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Published Studies Related to Mesna
MESNA (sodium 2-mercaptoethanesulfonate) for prevention of contrast medium-induced nephrotoxicity - controlled trial. [2011.04]
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to examine the efficacy of sodium 2-mercaptoethanesulfonate (MESNA), a reactive oxygen scavenger, in at-risk patients given radiographic contrast agents. Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is a common complication of radiographic procedures; reactive oxygen species (ROS) could play a key role... CONCLUSION: MESNA plus volume expansion before and during contrast exposure was effective in this single-center study for preventing CIN compared to volume expansion alone.
Mesna for the treatment of hyperhomocysteinemia in hemodialysis patients. [2009]
BACKGROUND: Increased plasma total homocysteine (tHcy) is a risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis and thrombosis present in over 90% of patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). We hypothesized that 12 mg/kg intravenous mesna administered predialysis would cause a significant decrease in plasma tHcy compared to placebo... CONCLUSIONS: Although 12 mg/kg mesna significantly enhances tHcy excretion, prolonged treatment causes no change in plasma tHcy. Copyright 2009 S. Karger AG, Basel.
Mesna for treatment of hyperhomocysteinemia in hemodialysis patients: a placebo-controlled, double-blind, randomized trial. [2008.07]
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Increased plasma total homocysteine is a graded, independent risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis and thrombosis. More than 90% of patients with end-stage renal disease have hyperhomocysteinemia despite vitamin supplementation. It was shown in previous studies that a single intravenous dose of mesna 5 mg/kg caused a drop in plasma total homocysteine that was significantly lower than predialysis levels 2 d after dosing. It was hypothesized 5 mg/kg intravenous mesna administered thrice weekly, before dialysis, for 8 wk would cause a significant decrease in plasma total homocysteine compared with placebo... CONCLUSIONS: It is concluded that 5 mg/kg mesna does not lower plasma total homocysteine in hemodialysis patients and that larger dosages may be required.
Mesna for Treatment of Hyperhomocysteinemia in Hemodialysis Patients: A Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Randomized Trial. [2008.03.12]
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Increased plasma total homocysteine is a graded, independent risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis and thrombosis. More than 90% of patients with end-stage renal disease have hyperhomocysteinemia despite vitamin supplementation. It was shown in previous studies that a single intravenous dose of mesna 5 mg/kg caused a drop in plasma total homocysteine that was significantly lower than predialysis levels 2 d after dosing. It was hypothesized 5 mg/kg intravenous mesna administered thrice weekly, before dialysis, for 8 wk would cause a significant decrease in plasma total homocysteine compared with placebo... CONCLUSIONS: It is concluded that 5 mg/kg mesna does not lower plasma total homocysteine in hemodialysis patients and that larger dosages may be required.
A gynecologic oncology group randomized phase III trial of whole abdominal irradiation (WAI) vs. cisplatin-ifosfamide and mesna (CIM) as post-surgical therapy in stage I-IV carcinosarcoma (CS) of the uterus. [2007.11]
PURPOSE: After initial surgery, there has been no established consensus regarding adjunctive therapy for patients with uterine carcinosarcoma (CS). This study was designed to compare patient outcome following treatment with adjuvant whole abdominal irradiation (WAI) versus (vs.) chemotherapy for patients with this rare group of female pelvic malignancies... CONCLUSION: We did not find a statistically significant advantage in recurrence rate or survival for adjuvant CIM over WAI in patients with uterine CS. However, the observed differences favor the use of combination chemotherapy in future trials.
Clinical Trials Related to Mesna
Effects of Mesna on Homocysteine in Kidney Failure [Completed]
The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of a drug called mesna on the
removal of homocysteine from blood during dialysis. Homocysteine is an amino acid (protein
building block) found in the blood of all people, however it is considerably elevated in
dialysis patients. People with increased levels of homocysteine in their blood are at
increased risk of developing plaque buildup in their arteries and other related problems such
as heart attack and stroke. This study will determine if mesna can improve the rate of
homocysteine removal from blood during dialysis.
Randomized, Blinded Trial of Mesna to Prevent Doxorubicin-induced Plasma Protein Oxidation and TNF-α Release [Recruiting]
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the drug mesna is able to block a series
of chemical changes that occur in the blood of patients who receive the chemotherapy
medicine doxorubicin. The researchers believe these blood chemical changes may the cause of
"cloudy thinking" or "chemobrain" that are reported by some patients receiving chemotherapy
MESNA for Prevention of Acute Deterioration of Renal Function Following Contrast Agent Application [Completed]
The purpose of this study is to determine wether Mesna could prevent contrast-induced
nephropathy
Phase I Study of Romidepsin Plus ICE for Patients With Relapsed or Refractory Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma [Recruiting]
The goal of this clinical research study is find the highest tolerable dose of romidepsin
that can be given in combination with ifosfamide, carboplatin, etoposide (ICE) to patients
with Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma (PTCL). The safety of this drug combination will also be
studied.
Romidepsin is designed to stop the growth of cancer cells and block new blood vessels from
forming around the cancer cells. This may cause the cancer cells to die.
Ifosfamide and etoposide are designed to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.
Carboplatin is designed to interfere with the growth of cancer cells by stopping cell
division, which may cause the cells to die.
Stem Cell Collection With Ofatumumab [Recruiting]
The goal of this clinical research study is to learn if it is possible to collect stem cells
after ofatumumab and chemotherapy treatment. This study will also evaluate side-effects,
number of stem cells collected, and the number of procedures that are needed to collect
enough stem cells.
Reports of Suspected Mesna Side Effects
Febrile Neutropenia (34),
Mucosal Inflammation (23),
Epistaxis (21),
Candida Test Positive (18),
Hypotension (17),
OFF Label USE (15),
Fatigue (14),
Infection (13),
Pyrexia (13),
Pneumonia (11), more >>
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