A Study Of Waste Nerve Tissue For Research

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this investigation is to use nerve tissue that was going to be discarded from orthopedic or neurosurgeries for research. We plan to use this tissue to validate immunohistochemistry sand immunofluorecence stains as well as use this tissue for nerve regenration research.  

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients undergoing surgical procedures where nerve tissues are removed as surgical waste tissue.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • There are no exclusion criteria for this study.

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 9/30/2025. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Alexander Shin, M.D.

Contact us for the latest status

Contact information:

Orthopedic Research Clinical Unit

(507) 266-6402

ORCU@mayo.edu

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Publications

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