Trial Outcomes & Findings for Convalescent Plasma Collection and Treatment in Pediatrics and Adults (NCT NCT04376034)

NCT ID: NCT04376034

Last Updated: 2026-05-29

Results Overview

Time it takes the plasma collection center to contact willing donors whom are allowed to donate plasma Measured in days for 365 days

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

PHASE3

Target enrollment

117 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

365 days

Results posted on

2026-05-29

Participant Flow

Recipients were hospitalized patients who received convalescent plasma under protocol-defined eligibility criteria during the COVID-19 pandemic period.

This study enrolled plasma recipients only. No plasma donors were enrolled as study participants. West Virginia does not have a single entity with FDA registration/licensure and the required on-site equipment to collect convalescent plasma for transfusion. Although donor-related operational steps were included in the initial protocol, donor recruitment and collection were not performed. Stored convalescent plasma from external suppliers was used.

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Overall Study
STARTED
117
Overall Study
COMPLETED
102
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
15

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Overall Study
Physician Decision
14
Overall Study
Death
1

Baseline Characteristics

Race and Ethnicity were not collected from any participant.

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=117 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Age, Continuous
65 years
n=117 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
58 Participants
n=117 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
59 Participants
n=117 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 30 days

Time from meeting protocol-specified infusion criteria to the start of convalescent plasma infusion, measured in days.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Time of Meeting Infusion Criteria to Infusion
1 days
Interval 1.0 to 1.0

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 30 days from discharge

Number of participants who were alive 30 days after hospital discharge.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient Survival
90 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 365 days

Population: The plasma donor portion of the study was withdrawn due to the absence of any FDA-licensed collection center in West Virginia. No donor participants were enrolled.

Time it takes to identify eligible donors whom are willing to donate. Measured in days for 365 days

Outcome measures

Outcome data not reported

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 365 days

Population: The plasma donor portion of the study was withdrawn due to the absence of any FDA-licensed collection center in West Virginia. No donor participants were enrolled.

Time it takes the plasma collection center to contact willing donors whom are allowed to donate plasma Measured in days for 365 days

Outcome measures

Outcome data not reported

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 1 year

Population: The plasma donor portion of the study was withdrawn due to the absence of any FDA-licensed collection center in West Virginia. No donor participants were enrolled.

Time until plasma is donated Measured every 24 hours up to 1 year

Outcome measures

Outcome data not reported

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Up to 1 year

Number of mortalities within those that enrolled in the study.

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=117 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient Mortality
22 number of deaths

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: up to 1 year

Length of Stay in hospital. Measured every day until patient discharged from hospital up to 1 year

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient LOS
23.6 Days
Interval 3.0 to 122.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 1

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 1) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 1)
4 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 2

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 2) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 2)
0 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 3

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 3) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 3)
0 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 4

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 4) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 4)
1 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 5

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 5) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 5)
0 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 6

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 6) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 6)
1 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 7

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 7) post infusion. \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 7)
0 Events

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: Day 30

Number of treatment-emergent adverse events recorded among recipients on this study day (Day 30) of follow up post infusion \[Safety and Tolerability\]

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=102 Participants
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Plasma Recipient AE (Day 30)
0 Events

Adverse Events

Convalescent Plasma

Serious events: 16 serious events
Other events: 34 other events
Deaths: 22 deaths

Serious adverse events

Serious adverse events
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=117 participants at risk
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO)
1.7%
2/117 • Number of events 2 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Pulmonary Edema
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
4.3%
5/117 • Number of events 5 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Respiratory Distress requiring intubation
2.6%
3/117 • Number of events 3 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Pneumothorax requiring chest tube
3.4%
4/117 • Number of events 4 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
General disorders
Abdominal Compartment Syndrome
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
Convalescent Plasma
n=117 participants at risk
Convalescent Plasma containing SARS-CoV-2 antibodies will be given to eligible recipients within the hospital setting that fit eligibility requirements, the recipient's condition, and the availability of the plasma. Convalescent Plasma: 1 to 2 units given over 4-6 hours. A unit will consist of about 200mL for both pediatric and adult populations. All pediatric patients will receive 10 mL/kg (1 dose) if moderate with concern for rapid progression up to 1 Unit; 10 mL/kg up to 2 units if severe or critical.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Transfusion related acute lung injury (TRALI)
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Transfusion-associated dyspnea (TAD)
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Renal and urinary disorders
Acute kidney injury (AKI)
1.7%
2/117 • Number of events 2 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Abscess
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Healthcare-associated pneumonia (HCAP)
1.7%
2/117 • Number of events 2 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Stool Impaction
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Aspiration Pneumonia
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Intubated
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Bacteremia
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Sepsis
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Respiratory Distress Low Flow Nasal Cannula (LFNC) to High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Respiratory Distress
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Psychiatric disorders
Anxiety
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Hepatobiliary disorders
pruritus
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Pulmonary Vascular Congestions
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Bilateral infiltrates
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Respiratory Distress (BIPAP)
3.4%
4/117 • Number of events 4 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Addition of Nitric Oxide/Increase in Respiratory Distress
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO)
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Muscle Cramps
2.6%
3/117 • Number of events 3 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Cardiac disorders
Hypertension
1.7%
2/117 • Number of events 2 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Cardiac disorders
Bradycardia
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Deep vein thrombosis
1.7%
2/117 • Number of events 2 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
Desaturation
0.85%
1/117 • Number of events 1 • 1 year after infusion
Investigators conducted monthly safety monitoring. The primary research team supervised data collection, and all adverse events were documented and reported in accordance with protocol requirements.

Additional Information

Brian P. Peppers , DO, PhD

West Virginia University

Phone: 304-594-1313

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
  • Publication restrictions are in place