MSC-Derived Exosomes for Complex Anal Fistula Treatment
exosome
+ routine conventional fistulotomy
Fistula
+ Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms
+ Pathological Conditions, Anatomical
Treatment Study
Summary
Study start date: September 15, 2024
Actual date on which the first participant was enrolled.This clinical trial aims to find out if injections of exosomes, which are tiny particles derived from human placenta mesenchymal stem cells, can effectively treat complex anal fistulas in adults who do not have Crohn's disease. Anal fistulas are abnormal connections between the anal canal and the skin, and they can be painful and difficult to treat. The study seeks to determine if these exosome injections can reduce the chances of the fistula coming back after treatment. It also investigates whether this new treatment is safe for patients compared to the standard surgical procedure called fistulotomy, where the fistula is surgically closed. Participants in the study will undergo the standard fistulotomy surgery, but some will also receive additional injections of MSC-derived exosomes. After the procedure, participants will have a follow-up appointment one week later and then continue with regular check-ups every four weeks. These visits are important to monitor the healing process and to check if the fistulas are recurring. The study helps to evaluate both the effectiveness and the safety of adding exosome injections to the usual surgical treatment.
Protocol
This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.40 patients to be enrolled
Total number of participants that the clinical trial aims to recruit.Treatment Study
Eligibility
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria: person's general health condition or prior treatments.Any sex
Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.From 18 to 70 Years
Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.Healthy volunteers not allowed
If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.Conditions
Pathology
Criteria
Study Plan
Find out more about all the medication administered in this study, their detailed description and what they involve.2 intervention groups are designated in this study
This study does not include a placebo group
Treatment Groups
Group I
ExperimentalGroup II
Active ComparatorStudy Objectives
Primary Objectives
Secondary Objectives