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Evaluating an rhPDGF-BB-enhanced Collagen Plug for Perianal Fistula Healing
Sponsor: Alexander Hawkins
Summary
The average success rate for healing and remission of complex perianal fistulas, idiopathic or Crohn's-related, is approximately 50%. These abnormal connections between the rectum and the outside skin remain a major clinical challenge in need of new treatments aimed at tissue repair. Platelet-derived growth factor drives wound healing and tissue regeneration, and manufactured PDGF is currently used to heal diabetic foot ulcers and regenerate bone in periodontal and orthopedic patients. Manufactured recombinant human PDGF has the potential to improve the success rate for complete healing of complex perianal fistulas, reduce the recurrence rate due to reopening of the fistula tract, and avoid complications associated with routine surgical interventions.
Official title: A Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating the Safety and Feasibility of the Recombinant Human Platelet-derived Growth Factor B (rhPDGF-BB)-Enhanced Collagen Plug for Complex Perianal Fistula Healing
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
22 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
12
Start Date
2024-11-25
Completion Date
2026-10
Last Updated
2026-01-21
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
RhPDGF-BB
0.3 mg/mL rhPDGF-BB
Locations (1)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, United States