๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-25

Role of Novel RADA16 Hydrogel in Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery (NCT05898074)

Novel Application of RADA16 Hydrogel in Reducing Sinonasal Morbidity After Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Indiana University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this study is to specifically evaluate the effectiveness of PuraGel, a RADA16 polypeptide hydrogel, in expediting post-operative healing and re-mucosalization of the nasoseptal flap harvest site during endoscopic skull base surgery and the impact on patient and sinonasal morbidity.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Indiana University โ€” Indianapolis, Indiana

Age range: 18 Years

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Indiana University โ€” Indianapolis, Indiana

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (317) 944-0457

Email: ssreenat@iu.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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