Barbed Suture for Obese Patients Having Neck Surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a special type of stitch (called barb suture) used during back-of-neck surgery. It is for people who are obese and need surgery for cervical spinal problems, to see if it helps recovery.
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Who can take part
- You have neck pain or numbness caused by a slipped disc or narrowing of the spine in your neck.
- An MRI scan shows the problem at levels C3 to C7.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 28 or higher.
- You are healthy enough for surgery based on standard medical tests.
- You agree to join the trial and come back for check-ups after surgery.
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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