Using stem cell exosomes to treat Parkinson's Disease

Safety of Cultured Allogeneic Adult Umbilical Cord Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Exosome Intranasal Instillation for the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease

Phase 1 Interventional The Foundation for Orthopaedics and Regenerative Medicine · NCT05152394

This study is testing if a new treatment using stem cell exosomes given through the nose can help people with Parkinson's Disease feel better.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 1
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorThe Foundation for Orthopaedics and Regenerative Medicine Academic / other
Locations1 site (St John's)
Trial IDNCT05152394 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This trial investigates the safety and efficacy of intranasal administration of cultured allogeneic adult umbilical cord derived mesenchymal stem cell exosomes for patients with Parkinson's Disease. Participants will receive two doses of exosomes, with evaluations scheduled at multiple time points over four years to assess treatment outcomes. The study aims to provide insights into the potential therapeutic benefits of this innovative approach for managing Parkinson's Disease.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease who are willing to provide informed consent.

Not a fit: Patients with active infections, cancers, or other significant health issues may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could offer a novel and effective option for managing symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of stem cell-derived exosomes is a relatively novel approach, preliminary studies in related areas have shown promise, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease
* Understanding and willingness to sign a written informed consent document

Exclusion Criteria:

* Active infection
* Active cancer
* Chronic multisystem organ failure
* Pregnancy
* Clinically significant Abnormalities on pre-treatment laboratory evaluation
* Medical condition that would (based on the opinion of the investigator) compromise patient's safety.
* Continued drug abuse
* Pre-menopausal women not using contraception
* Previous organ transplant
* Hypersensitivity to sulfur
* Anticoagulation medicine use

Where this trial is running

St John's

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Parkinson DiseaseParkinson's Diseasestem cell treatment
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.