Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Interventional Ages 18 and up Women only

Using a device to treat bacterial vaginosis and fungal infections in women

Official title: Feasibility/First in Human Study of Visible Spectrum, Low Level, Microbicidal Light-based Intravaginal Therapy for Treatment of Yeast and Bacterial Vaginitis

Run by Cern Corporation · NCT06933420 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if a new medical device can help premenopausal women get rid of bacterial vaginosis and fungal infections.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment9 (estimated)
SponsorCern Corporation
Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations3 sites (Irvine, California and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 6, 2024
Main results expectedMay 2025
Study endsMay 2025
Registry record updatedApril 18, 2025
Trial IDNCT06933420 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are premenopausal women with confirmed bacterial vaginosis or fungal vaginitis.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are postmenopausal or currently using other intravaginal devices may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness and safety of the Cern Medical Device for treating bacterial vaginosis and fungal vaginitis in premenopausal women. Participants will use the device for 5 consecutive days, with varying usage times depending on their condition, and will engage in regular follow-ups and assessments. The study aims to measure symptom resolution and negative diagnostic tests post-treatment while monitoring any adverse effects. A total of 30 women with confirmed infections will be recruited for this feasibility study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this device could provide a new, effective treatment option for women suffering from bacterial vaginosis and fungal vaginitis.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, it is not clear if similar studies have shown success, making this a potentially novel intervention.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Confirm symptomatic and laboratory-confirmed bacterial vaginosis or fungal vaginitis

Exclusion Criteria:

* Postmenopausal status, current use of intravaginal devices, concurrent medical therapy for fungal vaginitis or bacterial vaginosis, recent medical therapy for vaginitis in past 7 days, immunosuppressive medication ≤ 3 months before screening, radiation therapy ≤ 3 months before screening, known allergy to curcumin, acrylic, or silicone, major organ disease or clinically significant infection or conditions that may affect clinical assessment of vaginitis, pregnancy or plans for pregnancy, history of intolerance to intravaginal devices, symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse stage 2 or greater.

Where it's running

  • Akerman Med
    Irvine, California, United States
    Recruiting
  • Akerman Med
    Orange, California, United States
    Recruiting
  • Akerman Med
    Santa Ana, California, United States
    Recruiting

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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.
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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.