Botox for swallowing problems after brain injury
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests if Botox injections in the throat can help people who have trouble swallowing due to a brain condition like stroke. It aims to improve safety and ease of eating and drinking.
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Who can take part
- You have swallowing problems caused by a brain condition, such as after a stroke.
- You are at least 14 years old.
- If your swallowing trouble started after a stroke, it has been at least 6 months since the stroke.
- You are willing to have swallowing tests, including X-ray and a scope test, before and after the injection.
- You have not had Botox for any reason in the last 12 weeks.
- You are not allergic to Botox or its ingredients.
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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