New treatment option for Apical Periodontitis
Official title Chitosan Irrigation in Premolar Root Canal Therapy (Randomized Trial)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07048028
What this study is testing
What is Chitosan Low Molecular Weight (20-200 Mpa.S)?
Chitosan Low Molecular Weight (20-200 Mpa.S) is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for apical periodontitis.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn which of three common root-canal rinsing (irrigation) methods removes bacteria most effectively in adult patients who need root-canal treatment. The main questions it will answer are: How much does a chitosan solution used alone lower the number of bacteria inside the root canal?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patients who agreed to participate in the study
- Systemically healthy patient
- Mandibular premolar teeth
- Teeth that respond negatively to thermal tests and EPT
- Patients who have not used antibiotics for at least 2 weeks
You likely can't join if
- Teeth with previous primary root-canal treatment
- Pregnant patients
- Severely curved roots (\>25° curvature)
- Canals with instrument separation during preparation
- Calcified (obliterated) canals
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ordu, Altınordu, Turkey (Türkiye)
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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ordu, Altınordu, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.