Could your own fat cells heal a damaged brain?
NCT ID NCT05951777
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a single IV infusion of stem cells taken from a patient's own belly fat can safely improve brain structure and thinking skills after a traumatic brain injury. The trial enrolls 51 adults aged 18-55 who have had a brain injury for at least 6 months but no more than 20 years. Researchers will monitor blood tests and brain scans to see if the treatment reduces inflammation and helps repair damage.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Memorial Hermann Hospital / UTHealth McGovern Medical School at Houston
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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The University of Texas Health Science at San Antonio
RECRUITINGSan Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States
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