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NCT Number: NCT00543998

Near Infrared Transillumination of the Paranasal Sinuses

This research project designed to diagnose sinusitis using a simple and low-cost optical tool. Healthy sinuses are typically filled with air, and show up as bright spots on the camera. Infected sinuses are filled with fluid and show up dark spots on the camera. Images of infected sinuses could be used to diagnose sinusitis, or to check if surgical treatments on the sinuses have been successful.

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Key information

Conditions

Sinusitis Infections Nose Diseases Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases Paranasal Sinus Diseases Respiratory Tract Diseases Respiratory Tract Infections

Age range

15 year–75 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Beckman Laser Institute Medical Cinic, University of California,Irvine, Irvine, California, United States

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About this study

This device consists of a specialized flashlight that uses mostly non-visible light, and a small camera to record the light. The tool is the size and shape of spoon. The technique of shining light into the mouth, face, and sinuses is known as "transillumination" and has been used for nearly a century to aid in the diagnosis of sinusitis. The tool described in this study is a custom made device that uses light that is invisible to the eye.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • male and female age of 15 years or older.
  • Has diagnose of sinusitis, nasal allergies,nasal breathing problem, and tumors.

Exclusion criteria

  • Age less than 15 year sold

Treatment and study plan

Optical Measurement transillumination

Device

Optical Measurement of sinus

Primary outcomes

  1. Healthy Sinus

    Time frame: 12 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of California, Irvine

Other

Collaborators

  • Beckman Laser Institute University of California Irvine

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2003
Primary completion
2005
Study completion
2005
First posted
Oct 16, 2007
Registry last updated
Nov 1, 2022

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