Study of molecular changes in removed spinal tissue
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study looks at what’s happening at the molecular level in spinal tissue that is normally removed during surgery. It may help researchers better understand spinal conditions and improve future treatments, using tissue provided as part of routine care.
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Who can take part
- You are a child or adult who is scheduled for spine surgery
- Your planned surgery normally removes spinal tissue as part of the procedure
- Your surgical team will be able to collect leftover spinal tissue for the study
- The removed tissue must be part of routine surgery (not an extra removal just for research)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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