Plastic lid spring for eyelid closure in patients with facial nerve palsy

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study aims to develop and test a polypropylene suture eyelid spring designed to assist patients with facial nerve palsy who cannot close their eyes, a condition known as paralytic lagophthalmos. The hypothesis is that the elastic properties of the coiled suture will help keep the eyelid closed while allowing for normal eyelid opening. Current treatments often involve inconvenient methods that can impair vision and social interaction, making this innovative approach potentially more effective and patient-friendly. The study will evaluate the force required for effective eyelid closure and the overall efficacy of the eyelid spring.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults 18 years of age or older with facial nerve transection or paralytic lagophthalmos that has not improved after 6 weeks.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients unable to tolerate awake eyelid surgery under local anesthetic.

Where it's running

• Eye Institute of Alberta, Royal Alexandra Hospital
  Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Recruiting
• Eye Institute of Alberta, Royal Alexandra Hospital
  Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Edsel Ing, MD PhD FRCSC — University of Alberta
• Study coordinator: Edsel B Ing, MD PhD FRCSC MPH MIAD MEd MBA
• Email: ed.ing@ualberta.ca
• Phone: 6472930155

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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.