Using an inflatable cushion to repair spinal fractures in ankylosing spondylitis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Hormones & metabolism, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at a new inflatable positioning device that was used during surgery to help fix spinal fractures in people with ankylosing spondylitis. It is a review of past cases, so the results may help doctors understand if this device is safe and effective for future patients.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must have ankylosing spondylitis (a condition where the spine bones fuse together).
- You must have a specific type of spine fracture (called an AO Spine B3 fracture) that was confirmed by imaging.
- You must have already had surgery to fix the fracture using metal rods and screws.
- You cannot have had surgery alone without these criteria, and you cannot have certain other spine conditions like infection, cancer, or birth defects.
- Your medical records must be complete enough for the study to use them.
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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