Observing endothelial damage during major spine surgery

Endothelial Glycocalyx Damage in Major Spine Surgery, as Measured by Circulating Syndecan-1 Levels: a Prospective Observational Pilot Study.(GlycOrtho)

Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli · NCT06119542

This study is trying to see if major spine surgery causes damage to blood vessel lining by checking blood samples from patients before and after their surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages12 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorIstituto Ortopedico Rizzoli (other)
Locations1 site (Bologna, BO)
Trial IDNCT06119542 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate endothelial damage during major spine surgery by measuring the levels of circulating Syndecan-1, a component of the endothelial glycocalyx. Blood samples will be collected from participants at various time points, including before and after surgery, and after Fresh Frozen Plasma transfusions if applicable. The study will categorize participants based on different surgical populations, such as those with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, adult degenerative spine disease, and oncologic conditions. The findings will help inform future clinical trials focused on mitigating endothelial damage during surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients undergoing major spine surgery with an estimated blood loss greater than 25% of total blood volume.

Not a fit: Patients undergoing spine surgery for genetic syndromes or neuromuscular scoliosis may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of endothelial damage in patients undergoing major spine surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While endothelial damage has been studied in shock states, this specific approach in elective major surgery is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Undergoing Major Spine Surgery with estimated blood loss\> 25% of total blood volume
* American Society of Anesthesiology status 1-2-3
* Able to comprehend and sign informed consent.
* If age \<18 years: parent or legal representative able to comprehend and sign informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Surgery outside of laboratory opening hours
* Patients undergoing spine surgery for genetic syndromes/neuromuscular scoliosis

Where this trial is running

Bologna, BO

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Spinal Fusion, Endothelium, Syndecan-1, Surgery, Glycocalyx

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.