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Botulinum Toxin for the Management of Chronic Orchialgia
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Botox Injection and Normal saline injection for Chronic Testicular Pain. Completed, enrolled 8 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this research study is to determine if Botox injections will provide relief from chronic testicular pain. In the study, the spermatic cord of particpants will be injected with either Botox or a placebo of saline. Botox is currently used to treat other urological conditions like overactive bladder and lower urinary tract problems. For these conditions, Botox works by relaxing muscles in the affected areas. The investigators believe that Botox will act similarly in the treatment chronic testicular pain.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
One-time injection of 100 Units of Botox in 10 mL of saline. The 10 mL injection will be distributed in 4 areas around the spermatic cord and testicle of the affected side with 2.5 mL being injected at each area.
One-time injection of 10 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) solution. The 10 mL injection will be distributed in 4 areas around the spermatic cord and testicle of the affected side with 2.5 mL being injected at each area.