Minimally invasive vs. open surgery for scoliosis correction
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of surgery for correcting idiopathic scoliosis (an abnormal curve in the spine): a less invasive (minimally invasive) method versus the standard open surgery. The goal is to find out if the less invasive approach works as well and helps people recover faster.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis (a sideways curve in the spine with no known cause).
- You are between 10 and 25 years old.
- You are scheduled to have posterior surgery (surgery from the back) to correct the curve.
- Your main curve measures 75 degrees or less on an X-ray.
- You have not had any prior surgery on the part of the spine that will be operated on.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or lower.
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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