Sealant for brain and spine surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests a new sealant called ArtiFix to close the protective layer around the brain and spinal cord during surgery. It may help prevent fluid leaks and help you recover.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 to 79 years old.
- You are scheduled for a planned brain or spine surgery where the protective layer may be damaged.
- You had an MRI or CT scan in the last 6 months of the area to be operated on.
- You are healthy enough for surgery and can attend follow-up visits.
- You have no active infections, immune problems, kidney or liver disease, or uncontrolled diabetes.
- You have not had cancer in the past 5 years (some low-grade tumors are okay).
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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