Intranasal Injection of PRP Versus Saline for Treatment of Olfactory Dysfunction (NCT04406584) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Intranasal Injection of PRP Versus Saline for Treatment of Olfactory Dysfunction
United States30 participantsStarted 2021-06-22
Plain-language summary
This randomized clinical trial will evaluate the benefit of platelet-rich plasma (PrP) in the treatment of olfactory dysfunction. PrP can be isolated from a patient's own blood and has been found in previous studies to have anti-inflammatory and pro-regenerative properties. It has been used across multiple specialties, such as Orthopedics, Facial Plastics, Dermatology, Neurology in injected form to treat a wide variety of tissues to encourage the body's inherent regenerative capacity. The investigators have completed a pilot study here evaluating it's use in olfactory loss which demonstrated safety and also suggested efficacy. Therefore, the investigators aim to assess the ability of PrP to improve olfactory function in patients with decreased sense of smell.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients \>= 18 years of age
* Patients who have olfactory loss (based off of UPSIT score \<= 33 out of 40)
* Patients who also have an age-adjusted TDI Sniffin' Sticks score that demonstrates hyposmia (TDI\>16 and \<30)
* Etiology of olfactory loss is due to URI or idiopathic
* At least 6 months of olfactory loss but less than 12 months
* Patients can have been previously treated with oral and topical steroids but this is not a requirement
* Patients will receive concurrent olfactory training - the practice of smelling strong odors (standard of care)
* Be able to read and understand English
* Agree to participate in the study
* Be able and willing to provide Informed Consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients \< 18 years of age
* Pregnant females
* Patient who have any structural abnormalities on nasal endoscopy or radiographic imaging
* Olfactory loss due to trauma, chronic sinusitis / inflammation / polyps, neoplasms, or neurodegenerative diseases
* Patients who have had olfactory loss \> 12 months
* Patients with bleeding disorders or on blood thinners such as coumadin and plavix
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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