Defibrotide for Severe COVID-19

This study is looking at defibrotide, a drug given through an IV, to see if it is safe and works for people with severe COVID-19 pneumonia. Researchers want to understand if this drug can help patients who are hospitalized and need oxygen. You might be able to join if you are 18 to 100 years old, have confirmed COVID-19, and have lung problems seen on X-rays. The study is currently unclear on its recruitment status and plans to enroll 42 participants. The main goal is to check for side effects like bleeding and low blood pressure for up to 21 days.

Study design
This is a Phase 2 pilot study, meaning it's an early look at the drug's safety and effectiveness. It's a single-arm study, so all 42 participants will receive defibrotide.
What's involved
Not specified in the trial record.
Compensation
Not stated in the trial record.
Follow-up
Your safety will be monitored for up to 21 days after treatment to check for specific side effects.

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NCT04652115

Defibrotide for the Treatment of Severe COVID-19

Recruiting
PHASE2Ages 18+InterventionalTreatment
Brigham and Women's Hospital
~42 participants
Updated 2026-07-20 on ClinicalTrials.gov
What's tested:Defibrotide

At a glance

Recruiting sites
1 of 1 listed site is recruiting right now
RecruitingSuspended, closed, or not yet open
What they're measuring
The rate of adverse event of special interest (bleeding and hypotension)
Measured over Up to 21 days
Covid19
1 sites across 1 states
Massachusetts1

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  • The rate of adverse event of special interest (bleeding and hypotension)Up to 21 days

    The rate of adverse event of special interest (bleeding and hypotension)