A RCT Evaluating Efficacy of Type-I Collagen Skin Substitute vs. Human Amnion Membrane in Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers

NCT ID: NCT06831760

Last Updated: 2025-09-22

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

60 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-02-01

Study Completion Date

2025-07-10

Brief Summary

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Venous leg ulcers are chronic wounds caused by venous insufficiency, leading to significant morbidity. The purpose of this randomized, controlled study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the application of Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute (HPTC) vs. Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane (dHCAM) in the treatment of VLUs and to compare their efficacy.

Detailed Description

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Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are chronic wounds caused by venous insufficiency, leading to significant morbidity. Current treatment options often include compression therapy, wound debridement, and advanced dressings. Despite advances in wound care, effective treatment remains challenging. The purpose of this randomized, controlled study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the application of Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute (HPTC) vs. Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane (dHCAM) in the treatment of VLUs and to compare the efficacy of these two advanced wound care modalities in accelerating VLU healing.

Conditions

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Venous Leg Ulcers

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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SOC and Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute

The SOC in this study is wound care covering with High Purity Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute applied weekly or as needed followed by a padded 3-layer dressing

Group Type OTHER

SOC and Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute

Intervention Type DEVICE

The SOC in this study is wound care covering with High Purity Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute applied weekly or as needed followed by a padded 3-layer dressing comprised of first layer - non-adherent and porous, second layer - absorbent 4x4 gauze pads \& third layer - soft roll and compressive wrap

SOC and Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane

The SOC in this study is wound care covering with Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane followed by a padded 3-layer dressing

Group Type OTHER

SOC and Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane

Intervention Type DEVICE

The SOC in this study is wound care covering with Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane followed by a padded 3-layer dressing comprised of first layer - non-adherent and porous, second layer - absorbent 4x4 gauze pads \& third layer - soft roll and compressive wrap

Interventions

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SOC and Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute

The SOC in this study is wound care covering with High Purity Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute applied weekly or as needed followed by a padded 3-layer dressing comprised of first layer - non-adherent and porous, second layer - absorbent 4x4 gauze pads \& third layer - soft roll and compressive wrap

Intervention Type DEVICE

SOC and Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane

The SOC in this study is wound care covering with Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane followed by a padded 3-layer dressing comprised of first layer - non-adherent and porous, second layer - absorbent 4x4 gauze pads \& third layer - soft roll and compressive wrap

Intervention Type DEVICE

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

1. Subjects must be at least 18 years of age or older.
2. Subjects must have a diagnosis of a venous leg ulcer (confirmed by clinical and duplex ultrasound evaluation).
3. At enrolment subjects must have a target VLU with a minimum surface area of 2.0 cm2 and a maximum surface area of 25.0 cm2 measured post debridement using a ruler to measure wound area.
4. The target ulcer must have been present for a minimum of 4 weeks and a maximum of 52 weeks of standard of care prior to the initial screening visit.
5. The target ulcer must be located on the foot, ankle and lower leg region.
6. The target ulcer must be full thickness on the foot or ankle that does not probe to bone.
7. Adequate circulation to the affected foot as documented by any of the following methods performed within 3 months of the first screening visit:

i. TCOM ≥30 mmHg ii. ABI between 0.7 and 1.3 iii. PVR: Biphasic iv. TBI ˃0.6 v. As an alternative arterial, Doppler ultrasound can be performed evaluating for biphasic dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial vessels at the level of the ankle of the target extremity.

Exclusion Criteria

i. The subject must consent to using the prescribed off-loading method for the duration of the study.

j. The subject must agree to attend the twice-weekly/weekly study visits required by the protocol.

k. The subject must be willing and able to participate in the informed consent process.

l. Patients must have read and signed the IRB approved ICF before screening procedures are undertaken.


1. A subject known to have a life expectancy of \<6 months
2. If the target ulcer is infected or if there is cellulitis in the surrounding skin.
3. Presence of osteomyelitis or exposed bone, probes to bone or joint capsule on investigator's exam or radiographic evidence.
4. A subject that has an infection in the target ulcer that requires systemic antibiotic therapy.
5. A subject receiving immunosuppressants (including systemic corticosteroids at doses greater than 10 mg of Prednisone per day or equivalent) or cytotoxic chemotherapy.
6. Topical application of steroids to the ulcer surface within one month of initial screening.
7. A subject with a previous partial amputation on the affected foot is excluded if the resulting deformity impedes proper offloading of the target ulcer.
8. A subject with autoimmune or connective tissue disorders.
9. A subject with malignant wounds or non-venous ulcers.
10. A subject with a serum creatinine ≥ 3.0mg/dL within 6 months of the initial screening visit.
11. Women who are pregnant or considering becoming pregnant within the next 6 months and those who are breast feeding.
12. A subject with end stage renal disease requiring dialysis.
13. A subject who participated in a clinical trial involving treatment with an investigational product within the previous 30 days.
14. A subject who, in the opinion of the Investigator, has a medical or psychological condition that may interfere with study assessments.
15. A subject treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy or a Cellular and/or Tissue Product (CTP) in the 30 days prior to the initial screening visit.
16. History of autoimmune disease, malignancy, or uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c \>10%).
17. Allergy to components of High Purity Type-I Collagen-based Skin Substitute or Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane.
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

80 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Dr Naveen Narayan MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery)

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Dr Naveen Narayan MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery)

Professor & HoD, Department of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery

Responsibility Role SPONSOR_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

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Prema Dhanraj, MS, MCh

Role: STUDY_CHAIR

Rajarajeshwari Medical College and Hospital

Locations

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Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences

Mandya, Karnataka, India

Site Status

Countries

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India

References

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Bianchi C, Cazzell S, Vayser D, Reyzelman AM, Dosluoglu H, Tovmassian G; EpiFix VLU Study Group. A multicentre randomised controlled trial evaluating the efficacy of dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane (EpiFix(R) ) allograft for the treatment of venous leg ulcers. Int Wound J. 2018 Feb;15(1):114-122. doi: 10.1111/iwj.12843. Epub 2017 Oct 11.

Reference Type BACKGROUND
PMID: 29024419 (View on PubMed)

Narayan N, Gowda S, Shivannaiah C. A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Comparing the Use of High Purity Type-I Collagen-Based Skin Substitute vs. Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers. Cureus. 2024 Dec 5;16(12):e75182. doi: 10.7759/cureus.75182. eCollection 2024 Dec.

Reference Type BACKGROUND
PMID: 39649230 (View on PubMed)

Serena TE, Carter MJ, Le LT, Sabo MJ, DiMarco DT; EpiFix VLU Study Group. A multicenter, randomized, controlled clinical trial evaluating the use of dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane allografts and multilayer compression therapy vs. multilayer compression therapy alone in the treatment of venous leg ulcers. Wound Repair Regen. 2014 Nov-Dec;22(6):688-93. doi: 10.1111/wrr.12227. Epub 2015 Jan 8.

Reference Type BACKGROUND
PMID: 25224019 (View on PubMed)

Provided Documents

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Document Type: Study Protocol

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Document Type: Statistical Analysis Plan

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Other Identifiers

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AIMS/IEC/004/2025

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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