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Does RPNI Reduce Incidence of Neuroma Formation Following Sural Nerve Biopsy
Sponsor: University of British Columbia
Summary
The purpose of our project is to determine if incorporating preventative surgical techniques such as regenerative peripheral nerve interfaces (RPNI) into sural nerve biopsy can reduce the incidence of symptomatic neuroma formation. Findings from this study will inform best practice guidelines and can dramatically impact patient care, improve patient quality of life, and reduce the number of required repeat operations.
Official title: Does RPNI Reduce Incidence of Neuroma Formation Following Sural Nerve Biopsy: a Pilot Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2025-03
Completion Date
2026-12
Last Updated
2025-01-01
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Peripheral Nerve Regenerative Interface (RPNI) and Nerve/Muscle Biopsy
RPNI is a surgical technique which wraps denervated muscle targets around severed nerve ends.
Biopsy Alone
Sural nerve and muscle biopsy performed in the standard fashion.
Locations (3)
UBC Division of Plastic Surgery
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Vancouver General Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Saint Pauls Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada