New Skull Support Plates for Pituitary Tumor Surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a new type of absorbable (dissolvable) support plate used during minimally invasive surgery to remove tumors in the pituitary gland area. The plate helps support the surgical site as it heals. Researchers want to see if this new plate works safely and effectively compared to standard approaches.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a tumor in the pituitary or sellar region (base of brain near pituitary gland), confirmed by imaging and blood tests
- Your doctor has decided you need endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal surgery (minimally invasive surgery through the nose)
- You are between 1 and 80 years old
- Your overall health is good enough that you're expected to live at least 2 years (Karnofsky score 70 or higher)
- Your liver, kidney, and blood counts are normal or well-controlled
- You have not had previous radiation or chemotherapy
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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