Effect of Cervical Lymphaticovenous and Lymph Node-to-Vein Anastomosis in Patients With Intracranial Lymphatic Circulation Disorder

NCT07328386 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 114

Last updated 2026-01-09

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Summary

This study is a single-center, prospective clinical trial designed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of lymphaticovenular anastomosis (LVA) and lymph node-venous anastomosis (LNVA) in patients with intracranial lymphatic circulation disorders. Following voluntary written informed consent, screening assessments will be performed in accordance with the clinical trial protocol. Eligibility will be determined based on the predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, and eligible subjects will be enrolled in the study. Enrolled participants will undergo cognitive function assessments at baseline (pre-surgery) and at 1, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, and 24 months postoperatively for follow-up. Cognitive evaluations will not be additionally performed for research purposes but will be conducted in accordance with the existing clinical care schedule and standard treatment guidelines.

Conditions

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Cervical Lymphaticovenous and Lymph Node-to-Vein Anastomosis

This microsurgical procedure involves connecting the cervical lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes to adjacent veins to enhance lymphatic drainage from the brain. The purpose of the surgery is to reduce amyloid accumulation and improve cognitive function in patients with intracranial lymphatic circulation disorders. Before the operation, ultrasound imaging is used to identify the lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and nearby veins. A small incision of approximately 2-3 cm is made along the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Indocyanine green (ICG) dye is injected to visualize lymphatic flow, and under microscopic guidance, the lymphatic structures are anastomosed to the adjacent veins. Finally, the incision is closed with adhesive, and no postoperative drainage is required.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Hong Joonpio

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
19 Years
Max Age
100 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-02-20
Primary Completion
2026-12-31
Completion
2026-12-31

Countries

  • South Korea

Study Locations

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