Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 80

Detecting microplastics in patients undergoing neurosurgery

Official title: Presence of Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Neurosurgery Patients

Run by Beijing Tiantan Hospital · NCT05968053 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see if tiny pieces of plastic are found in the blood, brain fluid, and brain tissue of patients who are having brain surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorBeijing Tiantan Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 25, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 23, 2025
Trial IDNCT05968053 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18-80 who are scheduled for any type of neurosurgery.

Probably not a fit

Patients who refuse to participate in the study will not receive any benefit from the findings.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in biological samples from patients undergoing neurosurgery. By analyzing blood, cerebrospinal fluid, and brain tissue, the study seeks to uncover whether these pollutants are present in the human body during surgical procedures. The research will involve collecting samples from a diverse group of neurosurgery patients to assess the extent of microplastic exposure in this specific population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the impact of microplastics on neurological health and inform future treatment strategies.

How similar studies have gone: While the investigation of microplastics in human tissues is a growing field, this specific approach in neurosurgery patients is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18-80 years
* Any type of neurosurgery

Exclusion Criteria:

·refusal of the patient to participate

Where it's running

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Runting Li, MD — Beijing Tiantan Hospital
  • Study coordinator: Xiaolin Chen, MD
  • Email: cxl_bjtth@163.com
  • Phone: 13810624845

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.