Transplanting facial and jaw bone using donor tissue
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial studies a special surgery to replace part of the skull, face, and jaw using donor tissue. It also tests medicines to help your body accept the transplant, aiming to restore function and appearance after serious injury.
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Who can take part
- You’re 18 to 65 years old
- You had a serious face/skull/jaw injury at least 6 months ago (or even decades ago)
- You don’t currently smoke (or you quit more than 6 months ago)
- You must be willing to take the planned anti-rejection medicines and follow the full study plan
- You can’t have certain infections or illnesses, including HIV and active hepatitis, tuberculosis, or similar infections
- You must be negative for a cancer history in the past 5 years and pass donor compatibility testing
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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