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Official title Pilot Study of Management of Facial Paralysis in the Oncologic Patient: Nerve Transfer Techniques to Improve Facial Function and Quality of Life
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06667427
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this research study is to measure changes in patients' quality of life after surgeries that affect the facial nerve, including nerve transfer as treatment for facial paralysis.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- In order to be eligible to participate in the intervention group of this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
- Aged 18 or greater
- Patient scheduled to undergo facial nerve transfer
- Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and lifestyle considerations and availability for the duration of the study In order to be...
You likely can't join if
- Patients known to be pregnant
See the full eligibility criteria
- In order to be eligible to participate in the intervention group of this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
- Aged 18 or greater
- Patient scheduled to undergo facial nerve transfer
- Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and lifestyle considerations and availability for the duration of the study In order to be eligible to participate in the non-intervention historical control group...
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
- Aged 18 or greater
- Previous facial surgery severing a facial nerve without graft or other form of dynamic facial nerve reconstruction within the last 20 years
- Patients known to be pregnant
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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