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PlasmaKnife vs Monopolar Tonsillectomy for Enlarged Tonsils (jPK Trial)
jPK Trial Summary
This trial is investigating whether PlasmaKnife tonsillectomy results in less pain for children than monopolar tonsillectomy.
jPK Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowjPK Trial Timeline
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- I need a tonsil biopsy to check for cancer.I have had cancer or a severe throat infection before.I have Sickle Cell disease or a weakened immune system.My child's BMI is over 39, indicating severe obesity.I have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners.I have a history of heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure over 160 mmHg.You have a facial or skull birth defect.I am between 4 and 16 years old.I am eligible for a tonsil removal surgery.I currently have a fever over 101.5°F due to an infection.My guardian understands English both in writing and speaking.
- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Drug Has Already Been Approved - The FDA has already approved this drug, and is just seeking more data.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are geriatric patients considered eligible for this trial?
"This medical study seeks patients aged between 4 and 16 years old."
Are recruitment efforts for the experiment still ongoing?
"Judging from the details on clinicaltrials.gov, this investigation is not currently searching for participants as it has not been updated since April 26th 2007. Although there are no openings with this trial at present, 95 other trials are actively recruiting right now."
Is my profile compatible with the criteria for this medical trial?
"This study is searching for 100 minors between 4 and 16 years of age with a current diagnosis of tonsillitis. To be eligible, the patient must meet all criteria: they should fall within this specified age range, conform to conditions necessitating a tonsillectomy; and have an adult guardian who is willing and able to record information in a diary as well as attend follow-up appointments."
Has this treatment achieved federal endorsement?
"Assigning a score of 3, our Power team has deemed this Phase 4 treatment to be safe based on its approval status."
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