NCT07146503

Brief Summary

This observational study investigates the use of Esketamine Intranasal Spray in patients with Treatment-Resistant Depression in Real-World Settings. The study aims to evaluate the clinical outcomes, including efficacy and safety, of esketamine treatment. It also explores predictors of treatment response, focusing on biological pathways such as genetics, neuroimaging, and psychophysical measures. Additionally, the study examines how esketamine impacts patients' life functioning, including social and occupational aspects. The goal is to better understand who benefits most from esketamine and how it affects daily life, to improve personalized care for patients with difficult-to-treat depression.

Trial Health

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Trial Health Score

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Enrollment
100

participants targeted

Target at P50-P75 for all trials

Timeline
50mo left

Started Nov 2022

Longer than P75 for all trials

Geographic Reach
1 country

5 active sites

Status
recruiting

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Progress47%
Nov 2022Aug 2030

Study Start

First participant enrolled

November 1, 2022

Completed
2.8 years until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

August 20, 2025

Completed
8 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

August 28, 2025

Completed
10 months until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

July 1, 2026

Expected
4.1 years until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

August 1, 2030

Last Updated

March 31, 2026

Status Verified

September 1, 2025

Enrollment Period

3.7 years

First QC Date

August 20, 2025

Last Update Submit

March 25, 2026

Conditions

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Predictive Factors of Treatment Response: Biological, Clinical, and Social Dimensions

    MADRS, HAM-D, HAM-A, TCI-R, BPRS, AES, SHAPS, EQ-5D-5L, BDI-II, WPAI-D, SDS, TEMPS

    Time Frame: from enrollment to one year of treatment

Secondary Outcomes (1)

  • Panel of genetic polymorphisms (SNPs) predictive of clinical response to esketamine in patients with treatment-resistant depression.

    from enrollment to one year of treatment

Interventions

Esketamine Intranasal Spray at a dosage ranging from 28 to 84 mg weekly, with twice-weekly administration during the first month of treatment, according to the approved labeling

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years - 74 Years
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
Sampling MethodNon-Probability Sample
Study Population

Outpatients

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (5)

Ospedale Policlinico San Martino

Genova, Ge, 16132, Italy

RECRUITING

Csm Dds 8

Genova, Ge, 16158, Italy

RECRUITING

Università di Chieti

Chieti, 66100, Italy

RECRUITING

ASST Fatebenefratelli Sacco

Milan, 20157, Italy

RECRUITING

ASST Pavia

Pavia, 27100, Italy

RECRUITING

Related Publications (1)

  • Guglielmo R, Marino M, Briasco E, Cavanna E, Inuggi A, Schiavon F, Giacomini G, Malagamba D, Escelsior A, Martinotti G, Amore M, Serafini G. Predictors of Esketamine Response in Treatment-Resistant Depression: The Role of Temperament and Cumulative Treatment Resistance. CNS Drugs. 2025 Nov;39(11):1187-1191. doi: 10.1007/s40263-025-01210-7. Epub 2025 Aug 2. No abstract available.

MeSH Terms

Conditions

DepressionDepressive Disorder, Treatment-ResistantAnhedoniaLethargyAnxiety Disorders

Interventions

Esketamine

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Behavioral SymptomsBehaviorDepressive DisorderMood DisordersMental DisordersNeurobehavioral ManifestationsNeurologic ManifestationsNervous System DiseasesSigns and SymptomsPathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

  • Elisa Briasco, MD

    Unige

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
  • Elisa Cavanna, MD

    Unige

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
  • Riccardo Guglielmo, MD

    Unige

    STUDY CHAIR
  • Gianluca Serafini, MD

    Unige

    STUDY DIRECTOR

Central Study Contacts

Riccardo Guglielmo, MD

CONTACT

Study Design

Study Type
observational
Observational Model
CASE ONLY
Time Perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
PI Title
Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

August 20, 2025

First Posted

August 28, 2025

Study Start

November 1, 2022

Primary Completion (Estimated)

July 1, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

August 1, 2030

Last Updated

March 31, 2026

Record last verified: 2025-09

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