Evaluating voice and swallowing outcomes after cervical spine surgery
Voice and Swallowing Outcomes Following Revision Anterior Cervical Spine Surgery
This study looks at how cervical spine surgery affects voice and swallowing in patients to see if there are better ways to manage any problems that come up.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Alabama at Birmingham Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Birmingham, Alabama) |
| Trial ID | NCT01017055 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the voice and swallowing outcomes of patients who undergo revision anterior cervical spine surgery. It focuses on documenting complications such as dysphagia and dysphonia, which can arise from this common surgical procedure. By evaluating these outcomes, the study seeks to identify better methods for recognizing and managing these complications in patients. The research will involve comprehensive voice and swallowing evaluations post-operatively.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients scheduled for revision anterior cervical spine surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with primary pathology of the upper aero-digestive tract, other than mild chronic pharyngitis or pre-existing vocal cord paralysis, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved identification and treatment strategies for voice and swallowing complications following cervical spine surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on voice and swallowing outcomes post-surgery, this specific focus on revision surgeries is less common, making this approach somewhat novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing revision anterior cervical spine surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Primary pathology of the upper aero-digestive tract other than mild chronic pharyngitis, pre-existing vocal cord paralysis.
Where this trial is running
Birmingham, Alabama
- UAB — Birmingham, Alabama, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: William R Carroll, MD — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Norma Miller, RN
- Email: ncmiller@uabmc.edu
- Phone: (205) 975-6169
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.