🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2025-04-16
Analyze Previously Collected Biopsy Samples From Participants Who Completed the "SPLASH: Split-Body Randomized Clinical Trial of Poly-L-Lactic Acid for Adipogenesis and Volumization of the Hip Dell" Study (NCT06656923)
PLLA-ADIPOGENESIS-IFA: Immunofluorescence Analysis to Quantify Changes Induced by Poly-L-Lactic Acid in Adipose Tissue
🔵 Active, Not Recruiting Interventional Protocol 📊 Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick and Groff
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Primary Objective: use immunofluorescence (IF) on previously obtained biopsies to analyze and quantify changes in adipose tissue of subjects injected with poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) or saline.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Cosmetic Laser Dermatology/West Dermatology Research Center — San Diego, California
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Biopsies (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
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📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Cosmetic Laser Dermatology/West Dermatology Research Center — San Diego, California
💰 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 § 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.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.