Restrata® for Breast Reconstruction

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Overseen ByJustin Sacks, MD, MBA, FACS
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This prospective single-arm pilot study will evaluate the application of meshed 5 × 7 cm Restrata® sheets to the abdominal wall donor site following deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) or abdominal wall autologous free tissue transfer in 20 eligible patients.

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Justin Sacks, MD, MBA, FACS

Principal Investigator

Washington University School of Medicine

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults having breast reconstruction surgery using tissue from their abdomen (DIEP or similar procedures). Participants must be eligible for this type of surgery and able to follow study instructions.

Inclusion Criteria

I am scheduled for a DIEP or abdominal tissue transfer surgery.
I am at least 18 years old.
My ability to carry out daily activities is moderately limited.
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Exclusion Criteria

I had chemotherapy within 4 weeks before my planned tissue transfer surgery.
Current smoker
Body mass index > 39.9
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What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Restrata®

Trial Overview

The study tests a synthetic mesh sheet called Restrata®, placed on the abdominal wall where tissue was taken during breast reconstruction. All participants receive the mesh, and researchers will monitor healing and safety.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Restrata® applicationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Washington University School of Medicine

Lead Sponsor

Trials
2,027
Recruited
2,353,000+

Acera Surgical, Inc.

Industry Sponsor

Trials
7
Recruited
170+