Clinical trials: Olfactory Dysfunction, open to volunteers
Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS)
Impact of Structural and Microenvironmental Abnormalities in Olfactory Cleft on Olfaction in CRS
The purpose of this research is to investigate the impact of structural abnormalities and microenvironmental changes in the olfactory cleft on olfactory function in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS).
- Trial name
- NCT06834477
- Testing
- Computed Tomography
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Peking University Third Hospital
Olfactory Dysfunction, Smell Loss
Scents of Progress: Leveraging a Novel Device for Olfactory Training in Older Adults
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if ScentCare, a novel olfactory training device and accompanying companion web-based application, will lead to improved olfactory and well-being outcomes in elderly patients with…
- Conditions
- Olfactory Dysfunction, Smell Loss, Anosmia, Hyposmia
- Trial name
- SPLENDOR-OA (NCT06733636)
- Testing
- Sudoku Puzzles, ScentCare (Olfactory Training Device)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Johns Hopkins University
Smell Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS)
Cognitive and Immunologic Profiles of Patients With Olfactory Dysfunction After Smell Training
A research study to assess the baseline olfactory function, mental health status, clinical severity, and immunological profile in patients with smell loss.
- Trial name
- CIPOD (NCT07681973)
- Testing
- Smell Training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 52 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The Cleveland Clinic
Olfactory Dysfunction, Post-traumatic Olfactory Dysfunction
PANDORA: Evaluation of Platelet-rich Plasma in Non-tumoural Odour Disorders: a Descriptive Pilot Study.
This is a prospective, single-center, single-arm, non-comparative descriptive pilot study evaluating autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections in adults with persistent (>6 months) non-tumoural olfactory dysfunction…
- Conditions
- Olfactory Dysfunction, Post-traumatic Olfactory Dysfunction, Age-related Degenerative Olfactory Dysfunction
- Trial name
- PANDORA (NCT07473830)
- Testing
- Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Hospices Civils de Lyon
Olfactory Dysfunction
Olfactory Dysfunction in Aging Adults
This prospective longitudinal cohort study will enroll adults aged 50 years and older to characterize olfactory dysfunction in aging.
- Trial name
- NCT07660887
- Testing
- Clinical and Biomarker Assessments
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 500 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Medical University of South Carolina
Cystic Fibrosis in Children, Cystic Fibrosis
Sinus Disease in Young Children With Cystic Fibrosis
This is a prospective, observational study examining the impact of highly effective cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators on chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) and olfactory dysfunction (OD) in young…
- Conditions
- Cystic Fibrosis in Children, Cystic Fibrosis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis (Diagnosis), Olfactory Disorder
- Trial name
- NCT06191640
- Testing
- Ivacaftor or elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor
- Where
- 6 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- University of California, Los Angeles
Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS), Olfactory Dysfunction
Position-Directed Budesonide Nasal Drops for CRS-associated Olfactory Dysfunction
This single-center randomized controlled trial evaluates whether budesonide nasal drops delivered in the Wu's position (Wu's 45° Head-Hanging Reclination Position) improve olfactory function more effectively than conventional…
- Trial name
- NCT07386873
- Testing
- Nasal Drops, Nasal Spray
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 78 people
- Sponsor
- Peking University Third Hospital
Outcome
Factors Influencing the Prognosis of Olfactory Dysfunction After Upper Sensation
Objective: This study aimed to analyze the outcomes of post-infectious olfactory dysfunction treated with different doses of corticosteroids and specify factors related to the curative effect.
- Trial name
- NCT04918953
- Testing
- methylprednisolone, budesonide atomization suspension
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 90 people
- Sponsor
- Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine
Hyposmia, COVID-19
Olfactory Training as a Treatment for Olfactory Dysfunction Post COVID-19
Olfactory dysfunction is a defining symptom of COVID-19 infection. Studies have demonstrated improved olfaction in patients with post infectious olfactory dysfunction after an olfactory training (OT).
- Conditions
- Hyposmia, COVID-19, Parosmia, Anosmia
- Trial name
- OTTODC19 (NCT05384561)
- Testing
- Smell training
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Alzheimer Disease, Smell Loss
Olfactory Biopsies
This research study aims to investigate the function of the olfactory lining in the nasal cavity and its potential alterations in both healthy and diseased conditions. The olfactory lining is involved in the sense of smell.
- Conditions
- Alzheimer Disease, Smell Loss, Smell Dysfunction
- Trial name
- NCT07021040
- Testing
- olfactory testing, Odor stimulation, Olfactory biopsy
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 125 people
- Sponsor
- Duke University
Glioblastoma Multiforme, Adult, Glioblastoma or Gliosarcoma
Prognostic Potential of Olfactory Function in Glioblastoma: a Prospective Observational Study
The study aims to investigate the prognostic significance of olfactory function in patients with glioblastoma. We are examining olfactory function at various points during therapy and correlating the results with survival data.
- Conditions
- Glioblastoma Multiforme, Adult, Glioblastoma or Gliosarcoma, Glioblastoma, Adult
- Trial name
- OLFGBM (NCT06954636)
- Testing
- olfactory testing (threshold and identification test)
- Where
- 2 sites in Germany
- Volunteers
- 128 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Sied Kebir
Alzheimer Disease, Late Onset, Mild Cognitive Impairment
Establish Diagnostic and Prognostic Models for Preclinical AD Patients Based on Multimodal MRI, Behavioral, Genetic, and Plasma Biomarkers
To establish the diagnostic and prognostic models that could help the preclinical identification of subjects at higher risk of clinical progression to mild cognitive impairment and dementia based on combined features of baseline…
- Conditions
- Alzheimer Disease, Late Onset, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Subjective Cognitive Decline
- Trial name
- NCT06561906
- Testing
- Multimodal magnetic resonance imaging scanning, behavioral, genetic and plasma biomarker testing
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 1,000 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School
Subjective Cognitive Concerns, Mild Cognitive Impairment
Digital Accessible Remote Olfactory Mediated Health Assessments for Preclinical AD
The goal of this study is to objectively test one's sense of smell, called olfaction, in participants with Subjective Cognitive Concerns (SCC), Mild Cognitive Impairment, Mild Behavioral Impairment (MBI), and age-matched…
- Conditions
- Subjective Cognitive Concerns, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Mild Behavioral Impairment, Healthy Aging
- Trial name
- NCT05881239
- Testing
- AROMHA Brain Health Test
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 250 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
Meningioma, Pituitary Disease
The Impact of Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery on Olfaction
In this study, the research team will investigate the incidence and etiology of olfactory dysfunction following endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery, by combining clinical assessments with histomolecular analysis.
- Conditions
- Meningioma, Pituitary Disease, Pituitary Adenoma, Craniopharyngioma
- Trial name
- Endo-Olfact (NCT06874426)
- Testing
- Endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery
- Where
- 3 sites in Belgium, Germany and 1 more
- Volunteers
- 154 people
- Sponsor
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Post-traumatic Olfactory Dysfunction, Traumatic Brain Injury
Acupuncture for Post-traumatic Olfactory Dysfunction: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if acupuncture based on the "Form-Qi-Spirit" theory works to treat post-traumatic olfactory dysfunction in adults. It will also learn about the safety of this acupuncture treatment.
- Conditions
- Post-traumatic Olfactory Dysfunction, Traumatic Brain Injury, Olfactory Dysfunction
- Trial name
- NCT07834047
- Testing
- Acupuncture, Corticosteroid therapy
- Where
- 2 sites in China
- Volunteers
- 84 people
- Sponsor
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital
Olfactory Dysfunction, Anosmia
Topical Versus Injection PRP for Olfactory Dysfunction
The goal of this clinical trial is to determine whether two different delivery methods of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can improve olfactory function in adults with persistent olfactory dysfunction lasting more than…
- Conditions
- Olfactory Dysfunction, Anosmia, Hyposmia
- Trial name
- TOP-IN (NCT07151703)
- Testing
- Intranasal Injection of Autologous PRP, Carrier-Assisted Topical Application of Autologous PRP, platelet-rich plasma
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan
Smell Dysfunction
The Effectiveness of Steroid Nasal Drops in the Olfactory Cleft Combined With Olfactory Training for Patients With PIOD
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of hormone nasal drops in the olfactory cleft combined with olfactory training for treating postinfectious olfactory dysfunction (PIOD).
- Trial name
- PIOD (NCT07386860)
- Testing
- Steroid nasal drops combined with olfactory training
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 100 people
- Sponsor
- Peking University Third Hospital
Olfactory Disorder, Taste Disorders
Prospective Registery of Smell/Taste Clinic Ear/Nose/Throat
Smell/taste disorders are common conditions with a significant impact on quality of life. In September 2021, a specific consultation for patients with smell and taste disorders was initiated at the ENT-HNS (ear, nose, and throat…
- Conditions
- Olfactory Disorder, Taste Disorders, Smell Dysfunction, Smell Disorder
- Trial name
- ProspeRo'Scent (NCT06456008)
- Testing
- Standard of care
- Where
- Belgium
- Volunteers
- 500 people
- Sponsor
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Smell Dysfunction, Olfactory Disorder
Study of Chemosensory Enhancement Through Neuromodulation Training (SCENT for Long COVID)
Persistent smell loss that can include diminished or distorted smell function is a common symptom of long COVID syndrome. There are limited treatment options for long COVID-related smell loss.
- Conditions
- Smell Dysfunction, Olfactory Disorder, Long COVID
- Trial name
- NCT05855369
- Testing
- Trigeminal Nerve Stimulation (TNS), Active Smell Training (ST)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 145 people
- Sponsor
- Medical University of South Carolina
Olfactory Impairment
Study of Chemosensory Enhancement Through Neuromodulation Training (SCENT): Open Label
Smell dysfunction significantly impacts quality of life and safety, with limited effective treatments. This open-label study evaluates the preliminary efficacy of combining non-invasive trigeminal nerve stimulation (TNS) with…
- Trial name
- SCENT-OL (NCT07689773)
- Testing
- Trigeminal Nerve Stimulation-enhanced Smell Training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Medical University of South Carolina