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Tests treatment safety and results for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Official title Effectiveness of Amniotic Membrane Combined With Secretome as an Adjunct to Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery: Evaluation Using the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire and Electromyography
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07723313
What this study is testing
What is Secretome?
Secretome is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome (cts).
Also referred to as UC-MSCs-derived Secretome, Mesenchymal Stem Cells-derived Secretome.
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
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a compressive neuropathy caused by chronic compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel, resulting in pain, numbness, tingling, and impaired hand function. This study is a randomized controlled trial with a pre- and post-intervention experimental design to evaluate the effectiveness of adjunctive amniotic membrane combined with secretome in patients with moderate-to-severe CTS undergoing carpal tunnel release surgery.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
- 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
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18 years or older.
- Diagnosed with moderate-to-severe Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) based on electromyography (EMG) according to the Bland classification.
- Persistent CTS symptoms that have not improved with conservative treatment.
- Willing and able to provide written informed consent and comply with study procedures.
You likely can't join if
- Previous carpal tunnel release surgery on the affected wrist.
- History of wrist trauma or previous wrist surgery.
- Presence of comorbidities that may affect nerve healing or study outcomes, including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or metabolic disorders.
- Symptoms resembling CTS are attributable to other conditions, such as cervical spine or cervical nerve disorders (e.g., cervical radiculopathy).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
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 Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia. 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.