Evaluating X-ray Timing in Spinal Deformity Surgery
Evaluating and Establishing the Relationship in the Five Critical X-ray Time Points in Spinal Deformity Realignment: Preoperative Standing and Supine, Intraoperative Pre- and Post-correction, and Postoperative Standing Films
This study is testing how different timing of X-rays during spinal surgery can help improve the surgery results for adults with spinal deformities.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Diego Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Diego, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT05154825 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to establish the relationship between five critical X-ray time points during multilevel posterior column osteotomies (MPCO) for spinal deformity correction in adults. It will follow participants longitudinally to compare pre-operative and post-operative X-ray data, assessing the impact of the MPCO technique on spinal alignment and overall outcomes. The study will analyze lumbar lordosis and sagittal and coronal alignment at these key time points to improve surgical techniques and patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-80 who are surgical candidates for posterior-only surgery for adult spinal deformity requiring correction of more than three levels.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the candidacy for posterior spine surgery will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance surgical techniques for spinal deformity correction, leading to improved patient outcomes and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on spinal deformity correction, this specific approach focusing on critical X-ray timing during MPCO is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Surgical Candidate for posterior only surgery for adult spinal deformity * Patients must require deformity correction greater than 3 levels * Adults Between the ages of 18-80 * Decisional capacity to consent to the study * Both Primary and revision surgeries will be included Exclusion Criteria: * 1\) Not meeting candidacy for posterior spine surgery
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California
- University of California, San Diego — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Joseph Osorio, MD, PhD — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Pete Chase, MS
- Email: pchase@health.ucsd.edu
- Phone: (858) 657-7651
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.