๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-26

Skin Color Matching in Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery (NCT07431099)

Skin Color Matching in Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery Using RECELLยฎ Autologous Skin Cell Suspension: A Prospective, Pilot Study

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

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

This study will examine whether cutaneous reconstruction with RECELLยฎ atop de-epithelialized tissue provides better skin color matching than standard grafting methods. The goal is to compare color match, healing, and patient satisfaction across three reconstruction techniques. Color matching will be assessed using colorimeter-based ฮ”E00 measurements at set postoperative intervals. All patients will receive the same intervention.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Shoreline Surgery Center โ€” Guilford, Connecticut

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (3 Sites)

  • Shoreline Surgery Center โ€” Guilford, Connecticut
  • Yale Milford Otolaryngology Clinic โ€” Milford, Connecticut
  • Yale New Haven Hospital โ€” New Haven, Connecticut

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (971) 325-8502

Email: stanley.kusaka@yale.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.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—