Use of UC-MSCs for COVID-19 Patients

Sponsor
Camillo Ricordi (Other)
Overall Status
Completed
CT.gov ID
NCT04355728
Collaborator
(none)
24
1
2
6.2
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Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

The purpose of this research study is to learn about the safety and efficacy of human umbilical cord derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells (UC-MSC) for treatment of COVID-19 Patients with Severe Complications of Acute Lung Injury/Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ALI/ARDS).

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
  • Biological: Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.
  • Other: Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care
Phase 1/Phase 2

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Actual Enrollment :
24 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Intervention Model Description:
The trial has two groups, each with 12 subjects (n=24). All eligible subjects will be randomized to either the treatment group or standard of care, and randomization will be stratified by ARDS severity.The trial has two groups, each with 12 subjects (n=24). All eligible subjects will be randomized to either the treatment group or standard of care, and randomization will be stratified by ARDS severity.
Masking:
Triple (Participant, Care Provider, Investigator)
Masking Description:
Double-Blinding Trial
Primary Purpose:
Treatment
Official Title:
Umbilical Cord-derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for COVID-19 Patients With Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Actual Study Start Date :
Apr 25, 2020
Actual Primary Completion Date :
Oct 31, 2020
Actual Study Completion Date :
Oct 31, 2020

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Experimental: UC-MSCs Group

Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment.

Biological: Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.
UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment.

Placebo Comparator: Control Group

Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment.

Other: Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care
Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

  1. Number of Participants With Pre-Specified Infusion Associated Adverse Events [6 and 24 hours]

    Safety as defined by the number of pre-specified infusion associated adverse events as assessed by treating physician. Any of the following occurring within 6 h post each infusion: An increase in vasopressor dose greater than or equal to the following: Norepinephrine: 10 μg/min Phenylephrine: 100 μg/min Dopamine: 10 μg/kg/min Epinephrine: 10 μg/min In patients receiving mechanical ventilation: worsening hypoxemia, as assessed by a requirement for an increase of PEEP by 5 cm H2O over baseline, or requirement to increase FiO2 of >20%. In patients receiving high flow oxygen therapy: worsening hypoxemia, as indicated by requirement of intubation and mechanical ventilation. New cardiac arrhythmia requiring cardioversion New ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, or asystole A clinical scenario consistent with transfusion incompatibility or transfusion-related infection Cardiac arrest or death within 24h post infusion

  2. Number of Subjects With Serious Adverse Events by 31 Days After First Infusion [31 days]

    The number of subjects experiencing serious adverse events by 31 days after the first infusion (corresponding to 28 days after the last infusion).

  3. Percentage of Participants Experiencing Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) Through Study Day 90 [90 days]

    Safety will be reported as the percentage of participants experiencing serious adverse events through Day 90 as assessed by treating physician.

  4. Number of Adverse Events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) [90 days]

    Total number of adverse events and serious adverse events as assessed by treating physician

  5. Number of Adverse Events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) by Severity [90 days]

    Total number of adverse events plus serious adverse events categorized by severity.

  6. Subjects With Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events by Severity [90 days]

    Total number of subjects with adverse events and serious adverse events categorized by severity.

  7. Number of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events by Relatedness to Treatment [90 days]

    Total number of adverse events and serious adverse events categorized by relatedness to treatment defined by a medical professional.

  8. Subjects With Adverse Events by Relatedness to Treatment [90 days]

    Total number of subjects with adverse events categorized by relatedness to treatment by a medical professional

Secondary Outcome Measures

  1. Survival at 31 Days Post First Infusion [31 Days]

    Number of participants that are alive at 31 days post first infusion follow up corresponding to 28 day post second infusion.

  2. Survival at 60 Days Post First Infusion [60 days]

    Number of participants alive at 60 days post first infusion follow up.

  3. Time to Recovery [31 days]

    Time to discharge or, if the subject was hospitalized, no longer requiring supplemental oxygen and no longer requiring COVID-19-related medical care by 31 days. The numbers represent days at which 25%, 50%, 75% subjects within the treatment group had recovered.

  4. Ventilator-Free Days Throughout 28 Days Post Second Infusion [28 days post second infusion]

    Number of days participants were off ventilators during 28 days post second infusion.

  5. Ventilator-Free Days Throughout 90 Days [90 days or hospital discharge, whichever is earlier]

    Number of days participants were off ventilators within up to 90 days of hospitalization.

  6. Respiratory Rate and Oxygenation Index (ROX Index) [day 6]

    Respiratory Rate-Oxygenation (ROX) index is defined as the ratio of oxygen saturation as measured by pulse oximetry (SpO2)/ Fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) to respiratory rate. This index can be used in the assessment of disease progression and the risk of intubation in COVID-19 patients with pneumonia.

  7. Oxygenation Index (OI) [day 6]

    Measure of the fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) and its usage within the body during intensive care, measured using fNIRS (Functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy). The calculation for Oxygenation index is ((FIO2 * Mean airway pressure)/partial pressure of oxygen).

  8. Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) and Plateau Pressure (Pplat) [day 6]

    Measuring the respiratory mechanics; positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and plateau pressure (Pplat) in ventilated patients visit 8 (day 6)

  9. Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) Scores [Day 6]

    Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) Scores is used to track a person's risk status during stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The score is based on six different scores, one each for the respiratory, cardiovascular, hepatic, coagulation, renal, and neurological systems. Each organ system is assigned a point value from a minimum of 0 (normal) to a maximum of 4 (high degree of dysfunction/failure). The total score corresponds to the sum of the six different scores of the organ systems. In total, the minimum SOFA score is 0 (normal) and the maximum SOFA score is 24 (highest degree dysfunction/failure).

  10. Smell Identification Test (SIT) Scores [90 days]

    SIT measures the participant's sense of smell. SIT has a total score ranging from 0 to 40 with the higher the score indicating a more normal sense of smell

  11. White Blood Cell Count (WBC) [day 6]

    As assessed via serum blood samples.

  12. Platelets Count [day 6]

    As assessed via serum blood samples.

  13. Hemogoblin [day 6]

    Measures the total amount of the oxygen-carrying protein in the blood as assessed via serum blood samples.

  14. Hematocrit [day 6]

    The percentage by volume of red cells in your blood as assessed via serum blood samples.

  15. Neutrophils [day 6]

    the amount of immune cells (that is one of the first cell types to travel to the site of an infection) as assessed via serum blood samples

  16. Lymphocytes [day 6]

    Lymphocyte count as assessed via serum blood samples

  17. Glomerular Filtration Rate [day 6]

    Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) as assessed via serum blood samples to check how well the kidneys are working. It estimates how much blood passes through the glomeruli each minute.

  18. Total Protein [Day 6]

    Total protein as assessed via serum blood samples as a part of the comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP). It is a measurement of the sum of albumin and globulins.

  19. Sodium [day 6]

    Sodium levels as assessed by serum blood samples.

  20. Potassium [day 6]

    Potassium levels as assessed via serum blood samples.

  21. Creatinine [day 6]

    Creatinine levels as assessed via serum blood samples

  22. Glucose [day 6]

    Glucose levels as assessed via serum blood samples

  23. Albumin [day 6]

    Albumin levels as assessed via serum blood samples

  24. Alkaline Phosphatase [day 6]

    Alkaline phosphatase levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.

  25. Alanine Aminotransferase or Serum Glutamate-pyruvate Transaminase (ALT or SGPT) [day 6]

    The alanine aminotransferase or serum glutamate-pyruvate transaminase (ALT or SGPT) test as assessed via serum blood samples

  26. Aspartate Aminotransferase or Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (AST or SGOT) [day 6]

    The aspartate aminotransferase or serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (AST or SGOT) test as assessed via serum blood samples

  27. Total Bilirubin [day 6]

    Bilirubin levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.

  28. Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) [day 6]

    Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.

  29. Calcium [day 6]

    Calcium levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.

  30. Chloride [day 6]

    Chloride levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.

  31. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) [day 6]

    Carbon Dioxide (CO2) levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.

  32. C-Reactive Protein Levels [day 6]

    As assessed via serum blood samples.

  33. Arachidonic Acid/Eicosapentaenoic Acid (AA/EPA) Ratio [day 6]

    As assessed via serum blood samples on day 6 (visit 8).

  34. D-dimer Levels [day 6]

    As assessed via serum blood samples.

  35. 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Levels [day 6]

    As assessed via serum blood samples.

  36. Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNFα) [day 6]

    Analysis of TNFα in peripheral blood plasma

  37. Tumor Necrosis Factor-beta (TNFβ) [day 6]

    Analysis of TNFβ in peripheral blood plasma

  38. Soluble Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor 2 (sTNFR2) [day 6]

    Analysis of soluble tumor necrosis factor receptor 2 (sTNFR2) in peripheral blood plasma

  39. Viral Load by SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR [day 6]

    Viral load as assessed in blood plasma for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) via Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR).

  40. Number of Participants Reporting Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) Positivity at Day 3 Post First Infusion [day 3 post first infusion]

    Number of participants reporting panel reactive antibody (PRA) positivity at Day 3 post first infusion for class I and class II as assessed via serum blood samples. These antibodies can develop following a transplant. Recipients can become sensitized to certain molecules (Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I or Class II), which can affect immune responses to and rejection of potential future transplants.

  41. Number of Participants Reporting Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) Positivity at Day 6 Post First Infusion [day 6]

    Number of participants reporting panel reactive antibody (PRA) positivity at Day 6 post first infusion for class I and class II as assessed via serum blood samples. These antibodies can develop following a transplant. Recipients can become sensitized to certain molecules (Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I or Class II), which can affect immune responses to and rejection of potential future transplants.

  42. Number of Participants Reporting Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) Positivity at Day 14 Post First Infusion [day 14]

    Number of participants reporting panel reactive antibody (PRA) positivity at Day 14 post first infusion for class I and class II as assessed via serum blood samples. These antibodies can develop following a transplant. Recipients can become sensitized to certain molecules (Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I or Class II), which can affect immune responses to and rejection of potential future transplants.

  43. Number of Participants With Positive, Negative, or Borderline Serology Testing for SARS-CoV-2 IgM/IgG [day 14 post first infusion]

    Number of participants with positive, negative, or borderline SARS-CoV-2 Immunoglobulin M (IgM)/Immunoglobulin G (IgG) serology from serum blood samples.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study:
18 Years and Older
Sexes Eligible for Study:
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
No
Inclusion Criteria:

Patients >/= 18 years old diagnosed with COVID-19 (as evaluated by PCR test confirming infection with SARS-CoV-2) will be eligible for inclusion if they meet all of the below criteria. Inclusion criteria must all be present within a 24-hour time period at the time of enrollment:

  1. Patient currently hospitalized

  2. Aged ≥ 18 years

  3. Willing and able to provide written informed consent, or with a legal representative who can provide informed consent

  4. Peripheral capillary oxygen saturation (SpO2) ≤ 94% at room air, or requiring supplemental oxygen at screening

  5. PaO2/FiO2 ratio < 300 mmHg

  6. Bilateral infiltrates on frontal chest radiograph or bilateral ground glass opacities on a chest CT scan

  7. Hypoxemia requiring an increase in the fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) of ≥ 20% AND an increase in positive end-expiratory airway pressure (PEEP) level of 5 cm H2O or more to maintain transcutaneous oxygen saturations in the target range of 88-95%, or requirement for escalation from oxygen therapy to invasive mechanical ventilation

Exclusion Criteria:
  1. PaO2/FiO2 ≥ 300 at the time of enrollment

  2. A previous MSC infusion not related to this trial

  3. History of Pulmonary Hypertension (WHO Class III/IV)

  4. History of left atrial hypertension or decompensated left heart failure.

  5. Pregnant or lactating patient

  6. Unstable arrhythmia

  7. Patients with previous lung transplant

  8. Patients currently receiving chronic dialysis

  9. Patients currently receiving Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)

  10. Presence of any active malignancy (except non-melanoma skin cancer)

  11. Any other irreversible disease or condition for which 6-month mortality is estimated to be greater than 50%

  12. Moderate to severe liver disease (AST and ALT >5 X ULN)

  13. Severe chronic respiratory disease with a PaCO2 > 50 mm Hg or the use of home oxygen

  14. Baseline QT prolongation

  15. Moribund patient not expected to survive > 24 hours

Contacts and Locations

Locations

Site City State Country Postal Code
1 Diabetes Research Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Miami Florida United States 33136

Sponsors and Collaborators

  • Camillo Ricordi

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Camillo Ricordi, MD, University of Miami

Study Documents (Full-Text)

More Information

Publications

None provided.
Responsible Party:
Camillo Ricordi, Professor of Surgery and Chief, Division of Cellular Transplantation, University of Miami
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT04355728
Other Study ID Numbers:
  • 20200671
  • 20200370
First Posted:
Apr 21, 2020
Last Update Posted:
Dec 6, 2021
Last Verified:
Dec 1, 2021
Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement:
No
Plan to Share IPD:
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product:
Yes
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product:
No
Keywords provided by Camillo Ricordi, Professor of Surgery and Chief, Division of Cellular Transplantation, University of Miami
Additional relevant MeSH terms:

Study Results

Participant Flow

Recruitment Details
Pre-assignment Detail
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Period Title: Overall Study
STARTED 12 12
COMPLETED 12 12
NOT COMPLETED 0 0

Baseline Characteristics

Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group Total
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol. Total of all reporting groups
Overall Participants 12 12 24
Age (Count of Participants)
<=18 years
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Between 18 and 65 years
8
66.7%
7
58.3%
15
62.5%
>=65 years
4
33.3%
5
41.7%
9
37.5%
Age (years) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [years]
58.58
(15.93)
58.83
(11.61)
58.71
(13.63)
Sex: Female, Male (Count of Participants)
Female
7
58.3%
4
33.3%
11
45.8%
Male
5
41.7%
8
66.7%
13
54.2%
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB) (Count of Participants)
Hispanic or Latino
11
91.7%
11
91.7%
22
91.7%
Not Hispanic or Latino
1
8.3%
1
8.3%
2
8.3%
Unknown or Not Reported
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Race (NIH/OMB) (Count of Participants)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Asian
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Black or African American
1
8.3%
2
16.7%
3
12.5%
White
11
91.7%
10
83.3%
21
87.5%
More than one race
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Unknown or Not Reported
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
Region of Enrollment (participants) [Number]
United States
12
100%
12
100%
24
100%
Hemogoblin from Complete Blood Count (g/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [g/dL]
12.93
(2.04)
12.45
(2.35)
12.69
(2.17)
Hematocrit from Complete Blood Count (percentage of total blood volume) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [percentage of total blood volume]
39.71
(6.53)
40.76
(5.08)
40.18
(5.79)
White Blood Count (WBC) from Complete Blood Count (10^3 cells/uL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
11.87
(5.26)
14.17
(5.45)
13.02
(5.37)
Neutrophils from Complete Blood Count (10^3 cells/uL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
9.25
(4.8)
13.37
(5.33)
11.21
(5.36)
Lymphocytes from Complete Blood Count (10^3 cells/uL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
1.15
(0.79)
0.72
(0.25)
0.95
(0.62)
Platelet count from Complete Blood Count (10^3 cells/uL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
329.83
(99.52)
342.58
(91.83)
336.21
(93.88)
Glomerular Filtration Rate from Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mL/min/1.73 m^2) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mL/min/1.73 m^2]
74.5
(31.61)
61.25
(37.59)
67.88
(34.63)
Total Protein from Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (g/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [g/dL]
6.39
(0.69)
6.45
(0.68)
6.42
(0.67)
Sodium for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mmol/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
138.92
(3.15)
136.58
(5.04)
137.75
(4.28)
Potassium for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mmol/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
4.37
(0.55)
4.52
(0.67)
4.44
(0.6)
Creatine for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mg/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
1.18
(0.77)
1.92
(1.88)
1.55
(1.46)
Glucose for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mg/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
190.75
(107.14)
193.67
(85.44)
192.21
(94.78)
Albumin for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (g/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [g/dL]
3.22
(0.39)
3.21
(0.51)
3.22
(0.44)
Alkaline Phosphatase for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (U/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [U/L]
90.9
(59.3)
96.5
(52.69)
93.7
(54.67)
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) or Serum Glutamic-pyruvic Transaminase (SGPT) (U/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [U/L]
72.1
(51.19)
82.45
(75.18)
77.52
(63.51)
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) or Serum Glutamic-Oxaloacetic Transaminase (SGOT) (U/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [U/L]
55.8
(31.07)
118.45
(153.16)
88.62
(114.86)
Total Bilirubin for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mg/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
0.62
(0.39)
0.65
(0.25)
0.64
(0.32)
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mg/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
29.58
(16.61)
42.67
(31.27)
36.13
(25.38)
Calcium for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mg/dL) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
8.53
(0.4)
8.32
(0.87)
8.43
(0.67)
Chloride Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mmol/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
101
(4.29)
100.5
(6.33)
100.75
(5.29)
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) for Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (mmol/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
24.42
(3.99)
21.92
(4.62)
23.17
(4.41)
Oxygenation Index (Index) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [Index]
8.09
(2.63)
14.32
(14.68)
11.83
(11.5)
Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) (cm H2O) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [cm H2O]
13.75
(2.06)
12.71
(2.14)
13.09
(2.07)
Plateau Pressure (cm H2O) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [cm H2O]
13.75
(9.74)
29
(7.39)
21.38
(11.43)
Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) Score (score on a scale) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [score on a scale]
5.5
(2.61)
7.64
(3.35)
6.52
(3.12)
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) (mg/L) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/L]
97.97
(77.56)
144.35
(115.69)
121.16
(99.19)
D-Dimer (mcg/mL FEU) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mcg/mL FEU]
1.76
(2.35)
4.96
(6.04)
3.29
(4.69)
Arachidonic Acid/Eicosapentaenoic Acid (AA/EPA) Ratio (ratio of AA to EPA) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [ratio of AA to EPA]
45.38
(24.89)
45.79
(23.93)
45.58
(23.88)
25-OH vitamin D levels (ng/ml) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [ng/ml]
21.76
(8.48)
23.19
(12.85)
22.47
(10.68)
Respiratory Rate and Oxygenation Index (ROX) (Index) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [Index]
7.36
(7.73)
3.59
(1.13)
5.91
(6.24)
Viral Load by SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR (copies) [Median (Inter-Quartile Range) ]
Median (Inter-Quartile Range) [copies]
352
3570.50
710
Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) (Count of Participants)
Positive PRA
11
91.7%
9
75%
20
83.3%
Negative PRA
1
8.3%
3
25%
4
16.7%
Positive PRA
4
33.3%
6
50%
10
41.7%
Negative PRA
8
66.7%
6
50%
14
58.3%
Serology (anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgM and IgG) (Count of Participants)
Positive
4
33.3%
5
41.7%
9
37.5%
Negative
6
50%
2
16.7%
8
33.3%
Borderline
0
0%
2
16.7%
2
8.3%
Positive
5
41.7%
8
66.7%
13
54.2%
Negative
4
33.3%
1
8.3%
5
20.8%
Borderline
1
8.3%
0
0%
1
4.2%

Outcome Measures

1. Primary Outcome
Title Number of Participants With Pre-Specified Infusion Associated Adverse Events
Description Safety as defined by the number of pre-specified infusion associated adverse events as assessed by treating physician. Any of the following occurring within 6 h post each infusion: An increase in vasopressor dose greater than or equal to the following: Norepinephrine: 10 μg/min Phenylephrine: 100 μg/min Dopamine: 10 μg/kg/min Epinephrine: 10 μg/min In patients receiving mechanical ventilation: worsening hypoxemia, as assessed by a requirement for an increase of PEEP by 5 cm H2O over baseline, or requirement to increase FiO2 of >20%. In patients receiving high flow oxygen therapy: worsening hypoxemia, as indicated by requirement of intubation and mechanical ventilation. New cardiac arrhythmia requiring cardioversion New ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, or asystole A clinical scenario consistent with transfusion incompatibility or transfusion-related infection Cardiac arrest or death within 24h post infusion
Time Frame 6 and 24 hours

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group, 4 participants were on mechanical ventilation and 8 participants were receiving high flow oxygen therapy. In the control group 7 participants were on mechanical ventilation and 5 participants were receiving high flow oxygen therapy.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Number of subjects with an increase in vasopressor dose at 6 h
1
8.3%
1
8.3%
In subjects receiving mechanical ventilation, Number of subjects with worsening of hypoxemia at 6 h
1
8.3%
1
8.3%
In subjects on high flow oxygen therapy:worsening hypoxemia(req intubat, mechanical ventilat) at 6 h
0
0%
0
0%
Number of subjects with new cardiac arrhythmia requiring cardioversion at 6 h
0
0%
1
8.3%
Number of subjects with new ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, or asystole at 6 h
0
0%
1
8.3%
A clinical scenario consistent with transfusion incompatibility or transfusion-rel infection at 6h
0
0%
0
0%
Number of subjects with cardiac arrest or death within 24 h post infusion
0
0%
0
0%
2. Primary Outcome
Title Number of Subjects With Serious Adverse Events by 31 Days After First Infusion
Description The number of subjects experiencing serious adverse events by 31 days after the first infusion (corresponding to 28 days after the last infusion).
Time Frame 31 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Count of Participants [Participants]
2
16.7%
8
66.7%
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no difference in the number of subjects experiencing serious adverse events in the UC-MSC vs control group".
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value .04
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
3. Primary Outcome
Title Percentage of Participants Experiencing Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) Through Study Day 90
Description Safety will be reported as the percentage of participants experiencing serious adverse events through Day 90 as assessed by treating physician.
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Number [percentage of participants]
41.67
347.3%
66.67
555.6%
4. Primary Outcome
Title Number of Adverse Events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)
Description Total number of adverse events and serious adverse events as assessed by treating physician
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Number of Adverse Events (not including SAEs)
40
37
Number of Serious Adverse Events
6
16
5. Primary Outcome
Title Number of Adverse Events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) by Severity
Description Total number of adverse events plus serious adverse events categorized by severity.
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Mild
15
13
Moderate
22
21
Severe
9
19
6. Primary Outcome
Title Subjects With Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events by Severity
Description Total number of subjects with adverse events and serious adverse events categorized by severity.
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
Subjects who experience one or more AEs or SAEs within each category are counted only once.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Mild
7
58.3%
5
41.7%
Moderate
7
58.3%
8
66.7%
Severe
5
41.7%
7
58.3%
7. Primary Outcome
Title Number of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events by Relatedness to Treatment
Description Total number of adverse events and serious adverse events categorized by relatedness to treatment defined by a medical professional.
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Unrelated
42
45
Unlikely
3
7
Possible
1
1
Probably
0
0
Definite
0
0
8. Primary Outcome
Title Subjects With Adverse Events by Relatedness to Treatment
Description Total number of subjects with adverse events categorized by relatedness to treatment by a medical professional
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Unrelated
8
66.7%
10
83.3%
Unlikely
1
8.3%
4
33.3%
Possible
1
8.3%
1
8.3%
Probable
0
0%
0
0%
Defininte
0
0%
0
0%
9. Secondary Outcome
Title Survival at 31 Days Post First Infusion
Description Number of participants that are alive at 31 days post first infusion follow up corresponding to 28 day post second infusion.
Time Frame 31 Days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
One subject in the UC-MSC Group was not included in the data analysis due to failed intubation.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 11 12
Count of Participants [Participants]
10
83.3%
5
41.7%
10. Secondary Outcome
Title Survival at 60 Days Post First Infusion
Description Number of participants alive at 60 days post first infusion follow up.
Time Frame 60 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
A subject was censored due to failed intubation in the UC-MSC group.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 11 12
Count of Participants [Participants]
9
75%
5
41.7%
11. Secondary Outcome
Title Time to Recovery
Description Time to discharge or, if the subject was hospitalized, no longer requiring supplemental oxygen and no longer requiring COVID-19-related medical care by 31 days. The numbers represent days at which 25%, 50%, 75% subjects within the treatment group had recovered.
Time Frame 31 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
[Not Specified]
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 12
Days by which 75% of subjects were recovered
23
NA
Days by which 50% of subjects were recovered
15
NA
Days by which 25% of subjects were recovered
8
12
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no difference in Time to Recovery up to 31 days post infusion between the UC-MSC group and control group". Time to recovery was estimated in each group with Kaplan-Meier survival estimates. Log-rank tests were used to compare hazards between groups.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0307
Comments
Method Log Rank
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Hazard Ratio (HR)
Estimated Value 0.289
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.088 to 0.948
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments Censoring was limited to dropout from study, and the event of interest was recovery. In the case of death, the patient's time to recovery was censored at the end of study observation; thus the patient remained in the risk set for all KM estimations.
12. Secondary Outcome
Title Ventilator-Free Days Throughout 28 Days Post Second Infusion
Description Number of days participants were off ventilators during 28 days post second infusion.
Time Frame 28 days post second infusion

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to censoring and another subject was not included due to loss to follow-up. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to discharge against medical advice.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 10 11
Median (Inter-Quartile Range) [days]
28
0
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments Null Hypothesis: The center of the distributions of ventilator free days are equal in the UC-MSC and control group.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value .0563
Comments
Method Wilcoxon (Mann-Whitney)
Comments
13. Secondary Outcome
Title Ventilator-Free Days Throughout 90 Days
Description Number of days participants were off ventilators within up to 90 days of hospitalization.
Time Frame 90 days or hospital discharge, whichever is earlier

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to censoring and another subject was not included due to loss to follow-up. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to discharge against medical advice.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 10 11
Median (Inter-Quartile Range) [days]
90
0
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments Null Hypothesis: The center of the distributions of ventilator free days are equal in the UC-MSC and control group.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value .0563
Comments
Method Wilcoxon (Mann-Whitney)
Comments
14. Secondary Outcome
Title Respiratory Rate and Oxygenation Index (ROX Index)
Description Respiratory Rate-Oxygenation (ROX) index is defined as the ratio of oxygen saturation as measured by pulse oximetry (SpO2)/ Fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) to respiratory rate. This index can be used in the assessment of disease progression and the risk of intubation in COVID-19 patients with pneumonia.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
ROX index was only measured for patients receiving HFNC and/or not intubated patients. Three patients were ventilated in the UC-MSC group, one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, two patients data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, three patients were ventilated, and one patient data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 7
Mean (Standard Deviation) [Index]
9.57
(5.23)
7.44
(2.9)
15. Secondary Outcome
Title Oxygenation Index (OI)
Description Measure of the fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) and its usage within the body during intensive care, measured using fNIRS (Functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy). The calculation for Oxygenation index is ((FIO2 * Mean airway pressure)/partial pressure of oxygen).
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
Oxidation Index is only measured and calculated in ventilated patients, therefore 3 patients in the UC-MSC group were included and 3 patients in the control group were included.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 3 3
Mean (Standard Deviation) [Index]
9.62
(1.43)
12.74
(5.21)
16. Secondary Outcome
Title Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) and Plateau Pressure (Pplat)
Description Measuring the respiratory mechanics; positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and plateau pressure (Pplat) in ventilated patients visit 8 (day 6)
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
PEEP and Plateau pressure are only measured in ventilated patients, therefore 3 patients in the UC-MSC group were included and 3 patients in the control group were included.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 3 3
PEEP
9.73
(3.72)
11.67
(1.53)
Plateau Pressure
28.67
(9.61)
24
(2.83)
17. Secondary Outcome
Title Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) Scores
Description Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) Scores is used to track a person's risk status during stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The score is based on six different scores, one each for the respiratory, cardiovascular, hepatic, coagulation, renal, and neurological systems. Each organ system is assigned a point value from a minimum of 0 (normal) to a maximum of 4 (high degree of dysfunction/failure). The total score corresponds to the sum of the six different scores of the organ systems. In total, the minimum SOFA score is 0 (normal) and the maximum SOFA score is 24 (highest degree dysfunction/failure).
Time Frame Day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death and 2 subjects were not included due to discharge on day 6. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 11
Mean (Standard Deviation) [score on a scale]
6.56
(2.7)
6.82
(2.36)
18. Secondary Outcome
Title Smell Identification Test (SIT) Scores
Description SIT measures the participant's sense of smell. SIT has a total score ranging from 0 to 40 with the higher the score indicating a more normal sense of smell
Time Frame 90 days

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
No participants in the study were able to complete the Smell Evaluation Test due to extenuating circumstances related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 0 0
19. Secondary Outcome
Title White Blood Cell Count (WBC)
Description As assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
13.43
(4.62)
15.53
(5.6)
20. Secondary Outcome
Title Platelets Count
Description As assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
342
(136.33)
397.89
(135.59)
21. Secondary Outcome
Title Hemogoblin
Description Measures the total amount of the oxygen-carrying protein in the blood as assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [g/dL]
11.93
(2.82)
11.94
(3.34)
22. Secondary Outcome
Title Hematocrit
Description The percentage by volume of red cells in your blood as assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [percentage of red blood cells by volume]
37.98
(8.32)
36.73
(9.56)
23. Secondary Outcome
Title Neutrophils
Description the amount of immune cells (that is one of the first cell types to travel to the site of an infection) as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and two subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 8 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
9.74
(4.27)
13.4
(5.95)
24. Secondary Outcome
Title Lymphocytes
Description Lymphocyte count as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and two subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 8 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [10^3 cells/uL]
1.38
(1.07)
0.8
(0.41)
25. Secondary Outcome
Title Glomerular Filtration Rate
Description Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) as assessed via serum blood samples to check how well the kidneys are working. It estimates how much blood passes through the glomeruli each minute.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mL/min/1.73 m^2]
60.59
(26.99)
68.67
(35.4)
26. Secondary Outcome
Title Total Protein
Description Total protein as assessed via serum blood samples as a part of the comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP). It is a measurement of the sum of albumin and globulins.
Time Frame Day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 6
Mean (Standard Deviation) [g/dL]
5.88
(0.54)
5.8
(1.06)
27. Secondary Outcome
Title Sodium
Description Sodium levels as assessed by serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
141.22
(6.24)
141
(9.57)
28. Secondary Outcome
Title Potassium
Description Potassium levels as assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
4.25
(0.71)
4.37
(0.73)
29. Secondary Outcome
Title Creatinine
Description Creatinine levels as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
1.21
(0.54)
1.24
(0.74)
30. Secondary Outcome
Title Glucose
Description Glucose levels as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
153.11
(63.99)
183.89
(82.33)
31. Secondary Outcome
Title Albumin
Description Albumin levels as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 6
Mean (Standard Deviation) [g/dL]
2.96
(0.43)
2.73
(0.45)
32. Secondary Outcome
Title Alkaline Phosphatase
Description Alkaline phosphatase levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 6
Mean (Standard Deviation) [U/L]
136.2
(68.36)
202.5
(219.13)
33. Secondary Outcome
Title Alanine Aminotransferase or Serum Glutamate-pyruvate Transaminase (ALT or SGPT)
Description The alanine aminotransferase or serum glutamate-pyruvate transaminase (ALT or SGPT) test as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 6
Mean (Standard Deviation) [U/L]
64.4
(38.43)
65.67
(45.04)
34. Secondary Outcome
Title Aspartate Aminotransferase or Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (AST or SGOT)
Description The aspartate aminotransferase or serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (AST or SGOT) test as assessed via serum blood samples
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 6
Mean (Standard Deviation) [U/L]
55.8
(23.86)
47
(32.47)
35. Secondary Outcome
Title Total Bilirubin
Description Bilirubin levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, and 5 subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 6
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
0.88
(0.46)
0.77
(0.29)
36. Secondary Outcome
Title Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)
Description Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
48
(22.28)
47.67
(26.97)
37. Secondary Outcome
Title Calcium
Description Calcium levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/dL]
8.5
(0.58)
8.27
(0.67)
38. Secondary Outcome
Title Chloride
Description Chloride levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
101.56
(7.63)
102.44
(9.04)
39. Secondary Outcome
Title Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
Description Carbon Dioxide (CO2) levels as assessed via serum blood samples for the comprehensive metabolic panel.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6, two subjects data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mmol/L]
28.44
(3.75)
26.44
(4.61)
40. Secondary Outcome
Title C-Reactive Protein Levels
Description As assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and data was missing for two subjects. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 8 11
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mg/L]
101.01
(131.05)
112.55
(104.7)
41. Secondary Outcome
Title Arachidonic Acid/Eicosapentaenoic Acid (AA/EPA) Ratio
Description As assessed via serum blood samples on day 6 (visit 8).
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 10 11
Mean (Standard Deviation) [ratio of AA to EPA]
33.6
(12)
34.64
(13.24)
42. Secondary Outcome
Title D-dimer Levels
Description As assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6, and one subject data was not collected. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6 and one subject data was not collected.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 9 10
Mean (Standard Deviation) [mcg/ml FEU]
6.2
(11.29)
4.69
(3.38)
43. Secondary Outcome
Title 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Levels
Description As assessed via serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 10 11
Mean (Standard Deviation) [ng/ml]
23.21
(8.91)
27.58
(16.38)
44. Secondary Outcome
Title Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNFα)
Description Analysis of TNFα in peripheral blood plasma
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to failed intubation. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis because of death before day 6 blood draw.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 11 11
Median (Inter-Quartile Range) [pg/mL]
349
451
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0356
Comments
Method Wilcoxon (Mann-Whitney)
Comments
45. Secondary Outcome
Title Tumor Necrosis Factor-beta (TNFβ)
Description Analysis of TNFβ in peripheral blood plasma
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to failed intubation. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis because of death before day 6 blood draw.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 11 11
Median (Inter-Quartile Range) [pg/mL]
829
1540
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0215
Comments
Method Wilcoxon (Mann-Whitney)
Comments
46. Secondary Outcome
Title Soluble Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor 2 (sTNFR2)
Description Analysis of soluble tumor necrosis factor receptor 2 (sTNFR2) in peripheral blood plasma
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to failed intubation. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis because of death before day 6 blood draw and data was unavailable for two patients.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 11 9
Mean (Standard Deviation) [pg/mL]
26609.09
(3071.96)
23111.11
(3086.03)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.0210
Comments
Method t-test, 2 sided
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Mean Difference (Net)
Estimated Value -3498
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-6404.7 to -591.2
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Deviation
Value: 3078.2
Estimation Comments
47. Secondary Outcome
Title Viral Load by SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR
Description Viral load as assessed in blood plasma for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) via Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR).
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
The UC-MSC treatment group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death, one subject was not included due to discharge on day 6. In the control group one subject was not included in the analysis due to death before day 6.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 10 11
Median (Inter-Quartile Range) [RNA copies/mL]
0
0
48. Secondary Outcome
Title Number of Participants Reporting Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) Positivity at Day 3 Post First Infusion
Description Number of participants reporting panel reactive antibody (PRA) positivity at Day 3 post first infusion for class I and class II as assessed via serum blood samples. These antibodies can develop following a transplant. Recipients can become sensitized to certain molecules (Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I or Class II), which can affect immune responses to and rejection of potential future transplants.
Time Frame day 3 post first infusion

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
One subject in the control group died before day 3 post first infusion.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 12 11
PRA Positive
10
83.3%
11
91.7%
PRA Negative
2
16.7%
0
0%
PRA Positive
4
33.3%
6
50%
PRA Negative
8
66.7%
5
41.7%
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no association between PRA (class I) status and treatment group at 3 days post first infusion".
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.48
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no association between PRA (class II) status and treatment group at 3 days post first infusion."
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.41
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
49. Secondary Outcome
Title Number of Participants Reporting Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) Positivity at Day 6 Post First Infusion
Description Number of participants reporting panel reactive antibody (PRA) positivity at Day 6 post first infusion for class I and class II as assessed via serum blood samples. These antibodies can develop following a transplant. Recipients can become sensitized to certain molecules (Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I or Class II), which can affect immune responses to and rejection of potential future transplants.
Time Frame day 6

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC group one patient was censored and died before day 6 and one patient recovered before day 6 and left the hospital. In the control group on patient died before day 6 post first infusion.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 10 11
PRA Positive
9
75%
9
75%
PRA Negative
1
8.3%
2
16.7%
PRA Positive
5
41.7%
5
41.7%
PRA Negative
5
41.7%
6
50%
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no association between PRA (class I) status and treatment group at 6 days post first infusion".
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 1.00
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no association between PRA (Class II) status and treatment group at 6 days post first infusion".
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 1.00
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
50. Secondary Outcome
Title Number of Participants Reporting Panel Reactive Antibody (PRA) Positivity at Day 14 Post First Infusion
Description Number of participants reporting panel reactive antibody (PRA) positivity at Day 14 post first infusion for class I and class II as assessed via serum blood samples. These antibodies can develop following a transplant. Recipients can become sensitized to certain molecules (Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I or Class II), which can affect immune responses to and rejection of potential future transplants.
Time Frame day 14

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
In the UC-MSC group one patient was censored and died before day 6, 6 patients left the hospital before day 6 post first infusion. In the control group 4 patients died, 3 patients left the hospital and one left hospital against medical advice before day 6 post first infusion.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 5 4
PRA Positive
5
41.7%
3
25%
PRA Negative
0
0%
1
8.3%
PRA Positive
4
33.3%
2
16.7%
PRA Negative
1
8.3%
2
16.7%
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no association between PRA (class I) status and treatment group at 14 days post first infusion".
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.44
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection UC-MSCs Group, Control Group
Comments The null hypothesis is the following: "There is no association between PRA (class II) status and treatment group at 14 days post first infusion".
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.5238
Comments
Method Fisher Exact
Comments
51. Secondary Outcome
Title Number of Participants With Positive, Negative, or Borderline Serology Testing for SARS-CoV-2 IgM/IgG
Description Number of participants with positive, negative, or borderline SARS-CoV-2 Immunoglobulin M (IgM)/Immunoglobulin G (IgG) serology from serum blood samples.
Time Frame day 14 post first infusion

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
These analyses were implemented in a protocol version that did not apply to 2 patients of the UC-MSC treatment group and 3 patients of the control group. In the UC-MSC group one patient was censored and died before day 6, 4 patients left the hospital before day 6 post first infusion and in one patient blood was not drawn. In the control group 3 patients died, 3 patients left the hospital and one left hospital against medical advice before day 6 post first infusion.
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
Measure Participants 4 2
Positive
2
16.7%
2
16.7%
Negative
1
8.3%
0
0%
Borderline
1
8.3%
0
0%
Positive
4
33.3%
2
16.7%
Negative
0
0%
0
0%
Borderline
0
0%
0
0%

Adverse Events

Time Frame 3 months
Adverse Event Reporting Description
Arm/Group Title UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Arm/Group Description Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of UC-MCSs along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells + Heparin along with best supportive care.: UC-MSC will be administered at 100x10^6 cells/infusion administered intravenously in addition to the standard of care treatment. Participants in this group will be treated with two infusions of vehicle along with heparin (blood thinner) in addition to standard of care treatment. The first infusion will be administered within 24 hours of study enrollment and the second infusion will be administered within 72 hours of study enrollment. Vehicle + Heparin along with best supportive care: Best supportive care treatment per the treating hospital protocol.
All Cause Mortality
UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
Total 3/12 (25%) 7/12 (58.3%)
Serious Adverse Events
UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
Total 5/12 (41.7%) 8/12 (66.7%)
Cardiac disorders
Cardiact Arrest-Death due to Difficult Intubation 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Atrial Flutter 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Cardiac Arrest/Pulseless Electrical Activity Cardiac Arrest/Cardiac Arrest Secondary to Acute Respir 0/12 (0%) 0 3/12 (25%) 3
[DEATH] Cardiac Arrest-Death/Cardiopulmonary Arrest-Death/Asystole -Death 1/12 (8.3%) 1 4/12 (33.3%) 4
Gastrointestinal disorders
GI Bleeding 2ry to Clostridium Difficile Infection 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Colon Perforation 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
General disorders
[DEATH] Multisystem Organ Failure (Death)/Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome-Death 0/12 (0%) 0 2/12 (16.7%) 2
Infections and infestations
Septic Shock-Hospital acquired Pseudomona Aeruginosa bacteremia 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Hyperkalemia 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Severe Metabolic Acidosis 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Psychiatric disorders
Psychosis 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Acute respiratory Failure 2ry to COVID-Death 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Death-Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure Secondary to COVID-19 Pneumonitis 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Traumatic Tension Pneumotorax post-CPR 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Severe Respiratory Acidosis 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Other (Not Including Serious) Adverse Events
UC-MSCs Group Control Group
Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
Total 8/12 (66.7%) 10/12 (83.3%)
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Anemia 0/12 (0%) 0 2/12 (16.7%) 2
Leukocytosis/Leukocytosis (Increased WBC) 3/12 (25%) 3 3/12 (25%) 3
Severe Thrombocytopenia 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Thrombocytopenia/Heparin-induced Thrombocytopenia 2/12 (16.7%) 2 0/12 (0%) 0
Thrombocytosis 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Cardiac disorders
Atrial Fibrillation 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Bradycardia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Tachycardia 2/12 (16.7%) 2 0/12 (0%) 0
Tachycardia after infusion of Investigational Product 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Endocrine disorders
Hyperglycemia 0/12 (0%) 0 2/12 (16.7%) 2
Gastrointestinal disorders
Clostridium Difficile Infection 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Mild Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
General disorders
Fever 3/12 (25%) 3 2/12 (16.7%) 2
Hepatobiliary disorders
Transaminitis/Transaminitis-Liver Shock 0/12 (0%) 0 2/12 (16.7%) 3
Increased ALT, AST, and Alkaline Phosphatase 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Increased Direct Bilirubin 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Infections and infestations
Exacerbation of COVID ARDS-Septic Shock 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Candida Albicans Fungemia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
MRSA Bacteremia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Paenebacillus Pabuli Bacteremia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Positive Blood Culture Streptococcus Mitis and Streptococcus Oralis 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Staphylococcus haemolyticus bacteremia and Candida orthopsilosi Fungemia 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Staphylococcus Hominis Bacteremia/Staphylococcus Bacteremia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Hypernatremia 2/12 (16.7%) 2 0/12 (0%) 0
Mild Hyponatremia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Hypokalemia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Hyperkalemia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Left Calf Collection 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Nervous system disorders
Encephalopathy 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Dysconjugated gaze 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Renal and urinary disorders
Abnormal Urinalysis 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Candiduria 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Urinary Tract Infection 1/12 (8.3%) 1 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Acute Kidney Injury/Oliguric Acute Kidney Injury/ Anuric Acute Kidney Injury/Acute Kidney Injury (AK 2/12 (16.7%) 2 5/12 (41.7%) 5
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Pneumoperitoneum 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Aspiration Pneumonitis, suspected 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Bradypnea 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Enterococcus Faecalis, Klebsiella Pneumoniae, Candida Auris/Duobushaemulonis in bronchial aspirate 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Enterococcus Pneumonia 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
MRSA Hospital Acquired Pneumonia 2/12 (16.7%) 2 0/12 (0%) 0
Pneumomediastinum 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Respiratory Failure - Intubation/Hypoxemic respiratory failure requiring intubation and mechanical v 1/12 (8.3%) 1 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Subcutaneous Emphysema 1/12 (8.3%) 1 0/12 (0%) 0
Ventilator Acquired Pneumonia (VAP) with Pseudomona aureginosa 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1
Worsening of Hypoxemia/Deterioration of Hypoxia 4/12 (33.3%) 4 0/12 (0%) 0
Vascular disorders
Bilateral Common Femoral Vein DVT 0/12 (0%) 0 1/12 (8.3%) 1

Limitations/Caveats

The inferences we make from the efficacy results observed in this phase 1/2a trial in 24 subjects, including the outcome of survival, are still subject to limitations of sample size and potential bias because of factors we were not yet aware of.

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Certain Agreements

All Principal Investigators ARE employed by the organization sponsoring the study.

There is NOT an agreement between Principal Investigators and the Sponsor (or its agents) that restricts the PI's rights to discuss or publish trial results after the trial is completed.

Results Point of Contact

Name/Title Camillo Ricordi
Organization University of Miami
Phone 305-243-6913
Email ricordi@miami.edu
Responsible Party:
Camillo Ricordi, Professor of Surgery and Chief, Division of Cellular Transplantation, University of Miami
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT04355728
Other Study ID Numbers:
  • 20200671
  • 20200370
First Posted:
Apr 21, 2020
Last Update Posted:
Dec 6, 2021
Last Verified:
Dec 1, 2021