Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 80

Comparing three surgical techniques for treating lumbar spinal stenosis

Official title: Efficacy and Safety of Endo-Surgi Plus Endoscopy, UBE Endoscopy, and Microdiscectomy Decompression Techniques for the Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Prospective Multicenter Study

Run by Qilu Hospital of Shandong University · NCT06719037 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing which of three different surgical methods works best for treating lumbar spinal stenosis in patients.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
Enrollment324 (estimated)
SponsorQilu Hospital of Shandong University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Jinan, Shandong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 8, 2024
Main results expectedJune 1, 2025
Study endsSeptember 1, 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 7, 2025
Trial IDNCT06719037 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients diagnosed with single-segment lumbar spinal stenosis who have not responded to conservative treatment for at least three months.

Probably not a fit

Patients with multi-segment lumbar disc herniation, spinal tumors, or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the clinical efficacy of three surgical techniques—Endo-Surgi Plus endoscopic, Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic (UBE), and microdiscectomy—in treating lumbar spinal stenosis. It involves a multicenter approach where patients diagnosed with single-segment lumbar spinal stenosis will be randomly assigned to one of the three surgical groups. The study will evaluate differences in surgical outcomes, complications, and recovery aspects among the techniques. Postoperative care includes low-dose medications and rehabilitation exercises to ensure proper recovery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and recovery for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown varying success with different surgical techniques for lumbar spinal stenosis, but this specific comparison is novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with single-segment lumbar spinal stenosis through CT and MRI imaging combined with clinical symptoms;
* Symptoms in the lumbar region and lower extremities corresponding to the imaging findings;
* Patients who have not responded to three months of conservative treatment;
* Informed consent from family members regarding the surgical procedure and associated risks.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with multi-segment lumbar disc herniation, malignant spinal tumors, spinal deformities, and other diseases.
* Patients with comorbidities such as cardiovascular diseases, cerebrovascular diseases, or those with mental abnormalities, communication difficulties, or other issues that may affect clinical evaluation.
* Patients with a history of previous lumbar surgery.

Where it's running

  • Qilu Hospital of Shandong University
    Jinan, Shandong, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.