Autologous Human Umbilical Cord Tissue Patch for Postnatal Closure of Open Neural Tube Defects
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Spina Bifida
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- Up to 24 Hours
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 15 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston · Other
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About This Trial
The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of an autologous umbilical cord patch for dural closure on the repair of open neural tube defect. The outcomes will evaluate successful defect closure, creation of a more capacious spinal canal, and reduction in inflammatory tissue response versus historical controls.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Neonates born with prenatal diagnosis of open neural tube defect (myelomeningocele or myeloschisis)
* Resident of the United States
* Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
* Stated willingness by legally authorized representative (LAR) to comply with all study pr…
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