Curcumin to help prevent vocal cord scar adhesions after surgery
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Genetic & congenital, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether curcumin (a natural compound) can reduce scar-like “adhesions” that can form between both vocal cords after endoscopy surgery. If you’re having a procedure on both vocal cords, this could help lower the chance of postoperative sticking and related voice problems.
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Who can take part
- You have a condition affecting both vocal cords and you are scheduled for endoscopy surgery on both sides.
- Alternatively, you have scar-like adhesion on both vocal cords and you need endoscopy incision to open it up.
- You do not have other non–vocal-cord diseases in the larynx (voice box).
- You should not have serious heart or lung problems that affect breathing or blood flow.
- You must be able to return for follow-up visits on time after surgery.
- You must be willing to sign consent and follow the study plan.
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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