A new surgical approach for acute spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a surgical technique that may help people with a recent spinal cord injury. It involves opening the spine to release pressure and covering the spinal cord to protect it, which might improve recovery compared to standard surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have a traumatic injury to your neck or mid-back spine (from C2 to T12).
- Your injury is classified as ASIA Impairment Scale A, B, or C, meaning you have some loss of movement or feeling.
- You are scheduled for surgery within 72 hours after the injury.
- An MRI shows there is no fluid between your spinal cord and the protective covering (dura) at least in one area.
- Your doctor expects you to live at least 12 more months and you agree to take part and follow the study plan.
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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