Drinking carbs before scoliosis surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests if giving teenagers a carbohydrate drink before scoliosis surgery helps them recover faster and more safely. It looks at how the drink affects things like nausea, pain, and how quickly they can get back to normal.
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Who can take part
- You are between 10 and 19 years old
- You have a type of curved spine called idiopathic scoliosis
- You are scheduled for a specific type of back surgery (posterior spinal fusion)
- You are healthy or have only mild health issues (ASA 1 or 2)
- You do not have diabetes
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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