Near Infrared Transillumination of the Paranasal Sinuses
- Conditions
- Sinusitis
- Interventions
- Device: Optical Measurement transillumination
- Registration Number
- NCT00543998
- Lead Sponsor
- University of California, Irvine
- Brief Summary
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.
- 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.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 33
- male and female age of 15 years or older.
- Has diagnose of sinusitis, nasal allergies,nasal breathing problem, and tumors.
- Age less than 15 year sold
Study & Design
- Study Type
- OBSERVATIONAL
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description Optical Measurement transillumination Optical Measurement transillumination Optical Measurement of sinus
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Healthy Sinus 12 weeks
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (2)
Otolaryngology Medical Clinic, University of California, Irvine
🇺🇸Irvine, California, United States
Beckman Laser Institute Medical Cinic, University of California,Irvine
🇺🇸Irvine, California, United States