Near Infrared Transillumination of the Paranasal Sinuses

October 28, 2022 updated by: Beckman Laser Institute and Medical Center, University of California, Irvine
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.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Detailed Description

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.

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Actual)

33

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

    • California
      • Irvine, California, United States, 92612
        • Beckman Laser Institute Medical Cinic, University of California,Irvine
      • Irvine, California, United States, 92868
        • Otolaryngology Medical Clinic, University of California, Irvine

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

15 years to 75 years (Child, Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

primary care clinic,

Description

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

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Observational Models: Case-Only
  • Time Perspectives: Prospective

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Optical Measurement transillumination
Optical Measurement of sinus
Optical Measurement of sinus

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Healthy Sinus
Time Frame: 12 weeks
12 weeks

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Brian JF Wong, M.D.,Ph.D, Beckman Laser Institute University of California Irvine

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start

May 1, 2003

Primary Completion (Actual)

June 1, 2005

Study Completion (Actual)

June 1, 2005

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

October 12, 2007

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

October 12, 2007

First Posted (Estimate)

October 16, 2007

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

November 1, 2022

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

October 28, 2022

Last Verified

October 1, 2022

More Information

Terms related to this study

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