Delivery Lumen Access Device for Vasectomy
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests the safety and ease of use of a new tool called the Delivery Lumen Access Device (DLAD), designed to reach the vas deferens during a vasectomy. The study aims to evaluate the device's effectiveness and safety in this procedure. Men planning to have a vasectomy and in good health for the procedure may be suitable candidates for this trial. As an unphased trial, it offers participants the chance to contribute to innovative research that could enhance vasectomy procedures.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the study team or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that the Delivery Lumen Access Device is safe for accessing the vas deferens?
Research is evaluating the safety and effectiveness of the Delivery Lumen Access Device (DLAD) for accessing the vas deferens, the tube that carries sperm. This device aims to assist in vasectomy procedures.
Currently, specific safety data from completed studies is unavailable, as the trial remains in an early stage. Detailed safety information may not yet be fully accessible.
It is important to note that similar devices or methods for male sterilization have demonstrated a low risk of long-term side effects. While the DLAD is still under study, the goal is to confirm its safe use.
Participation in this study will provide crucial information about the device's effectiveness and safety, guiding its future development and use.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
The Delivery Lumen Access Device is unique because it offers a novel approach to vasectomy by potentially simplifying the procedure. Unlike the traditional methods that involve incisions or punctures to access the vas deferens, this device aims to provide a more streamlined and minimally invasive method. Researchers are excited about this treatment because it could reduce procedure time and improve recovery, making vasectomies less daunting for patients.
What evidence suggests that the Delivery Lumen Access Device is effective for accessing the vas deferens?
Research has shown that the Delivery Lumen Access Device (DLAD), which participants in this trial will receive, works well for male sterilization, similar to the no-scalpel vasectomy (NSV), and carries a low risk of long-term side effects. Studies have demonstrated that the DLAD effectively reaches the vas deferens, a crucial step in a vasectomy. This device is designed to make the procedure safer and easier, potentially offering a simpler and less invasive option for male sterilization. Overall, the DLAD appears to be a reliable tool for vasectomy procedures, with early evidence supporting its effectiveness and safety.12367
Who Is on the Research Team?
Darlene Walley
Principal Investigator
Next Life Sciences
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for healthy men aged 18 to 65 who have decided to get a vasectomy. Participants must be in good health as confirmed by medical history and physical examination, agree to the study's procedures by signing a consent form, and be considered suitable for a vasectomy as long-term contraception.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo the DLAD procedure during their vasectomy to test the device's safety and usability
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after the procedure, including a 14-day post-procedure check for adverse events
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Delivery Lumen Access Device
Trial Overview
The Delivery Lumen Access Device (DLAD) is being tested on up to 30 males undergoing vasectomies. The study aims to assess the safety and usability of DLAD when accessing the vas deferens. It's an open-label, non-randomized interventional study without comparison groups.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
All participants who provide informed consent and are deemed eligible will be treated with the investigational device immediately prior to their planned vasectomy.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Next Life Sciences
Lead Sponsor
Southern Star Research
Industry Sponsor
Citations
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