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SeromaPhase 2NCT01112735

Efficacy and Safety of ARTISS for Flap Adherence in Abdominoplasty

A Phase 2 study testing FS VH S/D 4 s-apr (= two-component fibrin sealant, double virus inactivated, made from pooled human plasma) in people with Seroma and Hematoma, run by Baxter Healthcare Corporation at 6 sites in United States.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

The purpose of the study is to compare the safety and efficacy of ARTISS versus standard of care in adhering tissue places and reducing seroma/hematoma formation in subjects undergoing abdominoplasty. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 75 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Seroma, Hematoma
What is being tested?
FS VH S/D 4 s-apr (= two-component fibrin sealant, double virus inactivated, made from pooled human plasma)
Type of treatment
Surgery or procedure
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
40 participants
Where
6 sitesUnited States
Study dates
May 2010to Feb 2011
Phase
Phase 2
Are there results?
Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 75 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Subject is 18 to 75 years of age at the time of screening
  • Subject is planned for primary standard abdominoplasty (status post Cesarean section or liposuction performed more than 6 months prior to enrollment in the study are allowed)
  • If the subject is of childbearing potential; presents with a negative pregnancy test, and agrees to employ adequate birth control measures for the duration of the study
  • Subject resides within 100 miles of the investigational site and is willing and able to comply with the scheduling requirements of the protocol (notably home visits by study personnel)
  • Subject is willing and able to comply with the requirements of the protocol

Who cannot join

  • Subject is obese (body mass index [BMI] > 30 before surgery)
  • Subject has experienced massive weight loss (subject has a history of obesity during adult life; subject lost more than 20 BMI unit score, subject has undergone a bariatric surgery)
  • Subject has a history of active smoking within the previous 12 months
  • Subject is elected for a non-standard abdominoplasty (extended, limited or mini-abdominoplasty, endoscopic, fleur-de-lis or circumferential abdominoplasty) or panniculectomy
  • Subject has scars on the abdominal wall above the umbilicus. Vertical midline, laparoscopic punctures, or liposuction punctures are permitted
  • Subject is planned for other "body lifting" procedures (eg to the arms, legs, back etc.)
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  • Subject is planned for combined abdominoplasty with other cosmetic procedures including liposuction (restricted liposuction of the waist line and the lower back is allowed, as long as the integrity of the surgical spaces is maintained)
  • Subject has an active or chronic skin disorder, history or evidence of keloid formation, or hypertrophic scarring
  • Subject has a history of gastrointestinal disorders (eg Irritable Bowel Syndrome) requiring prescription medications
  • Subject has a known abdominal hernia that requires mesh fixation
  • Subject has a documented hiatal hernia or acid reflux disease
  • Subjects with congenital or acquired immunodeficiency disorders
  • Subject has uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (HbA1c > 7.0)
  • Subject has a history of cardio-vascular disease including uncontrolled hypertension (> 140/90 mm Hg)
  • Subject has a clinically diagnosed psychiatric disorder (including obsessive compulsive disorders)
  • Subject has a known (documented) bleeding or coagulation disorder including history of thromboembolic events
  • Subject is being treated with anti-coagulants or with Aspirin (that was not discontinued 7 days prior to surgery)
  • Subject is receiving active treatment for a malignancy
  • Subject has a connective tissue disorder
  • Subject has received chronic treatment with immunosuppressive drugs, systemic corticosteroids, or other chronic treatments within 30 days prior to the surgery
  • Subject has participated in another clinical study involving an investigational product (IP) or investigational device within 30 days prior to enrollment or is scheduled to participate in another clinical study involving an IP or investigational device during the course of this study
  • Subject has a known sensitivity to fibrin sealants
  • Subject is a friend, employee, or relative of the investigator or other study personnel

Trial locations and contacts

6 sites in 1 country.

6 sites in 1 country

United States6 sites
  • Places Plastic Surgery

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30327

  • Mei Li Surgery Center

    Beverly Hills, California, 90210

  • The Practice of Gary Wiesman, M.D. and Irvin Wiesman, M.D. and Associates

    Chicago, Illinois, 60654

  • UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Plastic Surgery

    Dallas, Texas, 75390-9132

  • Center for Plastic Surgery and Skin Care

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33308

  • Miami Plastic Surgery

    Miami, Florida, 33176

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About this study

Official title: A Randomized, Controlled, Multicenter Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of ARTISS (FS VH S/D 4 S-apr) for Flap Adherence in Subjects Undergoing Abdominoplasty

The purpose of the study is to compare the safety and efficacy of ARTISS versus standard of care in adhering tissue places and reducing seroma/hematoma formation in subjects undergoing abdominoplasty.

Conditions
Seroma, Hematoma
Being tested
FS VH S/D 4 s-apr (= two-component fibrin sealant, double virus inactivated, made from pooled human plasma), Standard of care
Keywords
Abdominoplasty, Flap adherence in subjects undergoing abdominoplasty to eliminate dead space and reduce seroma/hematoma formation
Medical subject headings
Seroma, Hematoma

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • FS VH S/D 4 s-apr (= two-component fibrin sealant, double virus inactivated, made from pooled human plasma)Biological

    Also called ARTISS

    Dosage form: spray (aerosolized sealant), Dosage frequency: once (1 layer). ARTISS will be applied onto the fascia or the wound bed.

  • Standard of careProcedure or surgery

    Standard of care

Study groups in NCT01112735
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
ARTISSExperimentalARTISS will be used as an adjuvant to standard of care.
Receives: Biological: FS VH S/D 4 s-apr (= two-component fibrin sealant, double virus inactivated, made from pooled human plasma)
Standard of careOtherStandard of care
Receives: Procedure: Standard of care

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Total Drainage Volume Collected Until Drain Removal

    Drainage fluids were to be collected through the Blake drain and into the collection bulb. The drainage volume was measured and recorded daily until the removal of the drain. During scheduled visits, measurement was to be performed at the study site, and on non-visit day recording of the drainage volume was to be done by a visiting home care nurse (or other study personnel). The drain was ready to be removed when the drainage volume in a given 24 hour period was <=30 cc.

    Measured: Day 0 (Surgery Day) to Day 90

Secondary outcomes (9)
  1. Occurrence of Seroma

    The investigator inspected each subject post surgery (Day 0) an each scheduled visit (Day 3, 7, 14, 28, 60, 90) to determine whether there were any areas on the abdominal wall that meet the definition of seroma. A seroma is a pocket of clear serous fluid that sometimes develops in the body after surgery. This fluid is composed of blood plasma that has seeped out of ruptured small blood vessels and inflammatory fluid produced by the injured and dying cells.

    Measured: Day 0 (Surgery Day) to Day 90

  2. Occurrence of Hematoma

    The investigator inspected each subject post surgery (Day 0) an each scheduled visit (Day 3, 7, 14, 28, 60, 90) to determine whether there were any areas on the abdominal wall that meet the definition of hematoma. A hematoma is a collection of blood outside of a blood vessel.

    Measured: Day 0 (Surgery Day) to Day 90

  3. Time to Drain Removal

    The drain was ready to be removed when the drainage volume in a given 24 hour period was <=30cc.

    Measured: Day 0 (Surgery Day) up to Day 90

  4. Number of Fluid Aspiration for Seromas

    Number of interventions recorded.

    Measured: Day 0 (Surgery Day) to Day 90

  5. Total Volume of Fluid Aspirations for Seromas

    Volume of fluid recovered was recorded.

    Measured: Day 0 (Surgery Day) to Day 90

  6. Change From Baseline in Postoperative Skin Sensitivity 2 Inches Above Umbilicus

    Test administered on abdomen midline using a set of different size Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments. These instruments are used to measure the cutaneous sensory perception threshold of patients. Each monofilament represents a unique amount of force. The force applied by each monofilament increases with each ascending size. Testing begins with small to large monofilaments. A higher score indicates a greater loss of sensation. Evaluator Size=ES, Hand \& Dorsal Foot Thresholds=HDFT, Normal=N, Diminished Light Touch=DLT,Diminished Protective Sensation=DPS, Loss of Protective Sensation=LOPS, Deep Pressure Sensation Only=DPSO:

    ES=1.65 (minimum),HDFT=N;ES=2.36,HDFT=N;ES=2.44,HDFT=N;ES=2.83,HDFT=N;ES=3.22,HDFT=DLT;ES=3.61,HDFT=DLT;ES=3.84,HDFT=DPS;ES=4.08,HDFT=DPS;ES-4.17,HDFT=DPS;ES=4.31,HDFT=DPS;ES=4.56,HDFT=LOPS;ES=4.74,HDFT=LOPS;ES=4.93,HDFT=LOPS;ES=5.07,HDFT=LOPS;ES=5.18,HDFT=LOPS;ES=5.46,HDFT=LOPS;ES=5.88,HDFT=LOPS;ES=6.10,HDFT=LOPS;ES=6.45,HDFT=LOPS;ES=6.65 (maximum),HDFT=DPSO.

    Measured: Days 0 (Baseline), 3, 7, 14, 28, 60, 90

  7. Change From Baseline in Postoperative Skin Sensitivity 1 Inch Below Umbilicus

    Test administered on abdomen midline using a set of different size Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments. These instruments are used to measure the cutaneous sensory perception threshold of patients. Each monofilament represents a unique amount of force. The force applied by each monofilament increases with each ascending size. Testing begins with small to large monofilaments, pressing at a 90 degree angle for approximately 1.5 seconds against the skin until it bows then it is removed. The patient is instructed to respond when a stimuli is felt, and a score is applied based on the monofilament in use. A higher score indiactes a greater loss of sensation.

    Measured: Days 0 (Baseline), 3, 7, 14, 28, 60, 90

  8. Summary of Pain Assessment by Visit

    Subjects were to be presented with a non-verbal visual analogue scale (VAS) to measure the level of pain (rating 0 [no pain] to 10 [worst possible pain]) the patient experienced at the site of surgery at the time of the visit.

    Measured: Day 3, 7, 14, 28, 60, 90

  9. Summary of Numbness Assessment by Visit

    Subjects were to be presented with a non-verbal VAS to measure the level of numbness (rating 0 [no numbness] to 10 [complete numbness]) that the patient experienced at the time of the visit.

    Measured: Day 3, 7, 14, 28, 60, 90

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted28 Apr 2010 (estimated)
  2. Study startMay 2010
  3. Primary completionDec 2010
  4. Study completionFeb 2011

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Participant
Enrolment
40 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT01112735
Sponsor's protocol ID
550902
Status last verified
Jun 2018
First submitted
27 Apr 2010
Last updated
6 Jul 2018

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 2 study testing FS VH S/D 4 s-apr (= two-component fibrin sealant, double virus inactivated, made from pooled human plasma) in people with Seroma and Hematoma, run by Baxter Healthcare Corporation at 6 sites in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 23 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 6 Jul 2018. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 6 sites in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 2 studies give the treatment to a larger group to see whether it has the intended effect and to keep checking safety.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 6 Jul 2018). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Total Drainage Volume Collected Until Drain Removal (time frame: Day 0 (Surgery Day) to Day 90). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 6 Jul 2018.

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