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Synthetic Dermal Matrix

SynPath for Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs Trial)

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Research Sponsored by PolyNovo Biomaterials Pty Ltd.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Reference ulcer has been diagnosed as either a partial or full thickness diabetic foot ulcer without tunneling, undermining, sinus tracts or /exposed bone, with a scale rating of a Wagner Grade 1 or Wagner Grade 2 extended to ligament, tendon, and joint capsule with no bone exposure
Ulcer is either located on the foot or ankle with at least 50% of ulcer below medial aspect of the malleolus
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 weeks
Awards & highlights

DFUs Trial Summary

This trial will evaluate whether or not SynPath™ is more effective than Standard of Care in treating diabetic foot ulcers.

Who is the study for?
Adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and chronic foot ulcers that haven't improved with previous treatments can join this trial. They must have an ulcer on the foot or ankle, be willing to use birth control if applicable, and able to follow the study's procedures including dressing changes and off-loading.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing SynPath™, a synthetic dermal matrix for diabetic foot ulcers against Standard of Care treatment which includes collagen-alginate wound dressings. Participants are randomly assigned to either receive SynPath™ or the standard treatment.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include local reactions at the site of application like redness, pain, possible allergic reactions if sensitive to polyurethane in SynPath™, or infection signs such as increased redness and purulent drainage.

DFUs Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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My diabetic foot ulcer is shallow, without deep openings or exposed bone, and is classified as Wagner Grade 1 or 2.
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My ulcer is on my foot or ankle, mostly below the inner ankle bone.
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My ulcer is between 1cm² and 25cm² in size after cleaning.
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My foot ulcer is at least 1cm away from any other ulcers after cleaning.
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I or my caregiver can follow the dressing change and care plan for my ulcer.

DFUs Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Percentage of ulcer closed at 12 weeks
Secondary outcome measures
Change in reported Pain Levels between each treatment group
Comparison of closure rates for each treatment group
Cost of treatment in each treatment group
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DFUs Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: NovoSorb SynPathExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Arm receives application on NovoSorb SynPath Dermal Matrix and appropriate Off-loading
Group II: Standard of CareActive Control1 Intervention
Arm receives application of wound dressing composed of 90% Collagen and 10% Alginate plus appropriate Off-loading

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Who is running the clinical trial?

PolyNovo Biomaterials Pty Ltd.Lead Sponsor
3 Previous Clinical Trials
175 Total Patients Enrolled
Charles M Zelen, DPM, FACFACStudy DirectorProfession Education and Research Institute, LLC

Media Library

SynPath Acellular Dermal Matrix (Synthetic Dermal Matrix) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05506215 — N/A
Wound Healing Research Study Groups: NovoSorb SynPath, Standard of Care
Wound Healing Clinical Trial 2023: SynPath Acellular Dermal Matrix Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05506215 — N/A
SynPath Acellular Dermal Matrix (Synthetic Dermal Matrix) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05506215 — N/A
Wound Healing Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT05506215 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How many research facilities are currently involved in this experiment?

"Currently, seven medical sites are recruiting patients for this trial. These clinics can be found in Youngstown, Vista and Fresno as well as four other locations. When considering participation, it is wise to select the closest option so you can avoid excess travel costs."

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Is this research study currently recruiting participants?

"According to clinicaltrials.gov, this research project is currently enrolling patients. The trial was first made public on July 10th 2022 and most recently revised on October 7th of the same year."

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How many participants are currently engaged in this research endeavor?

"To complete this trial, 138 qualified participants are necessary. Those interested can join at either the Lower Extremity Institute for Research and Therapy in Youngstown, Ohio or ILD Research Center in Vista, California."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
California
What site did they apply to?
Center for Clinical Research
ILD Research Center
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
2
3+

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I've tried other medications that didn't work.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
~9 spots leftby Apr 2025