Status:
COMPLETED
Reassessing the Role of Routine Radiographs After Spinal Fusion Surgery
Lead Sponsor:
Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Conditions:
Radiography
Spinal Fusion
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Brief Summary
Routine radiographs are commonly obtained after spinal fusion surgery to monitor postoperative evolution and detect complications. However, the actual contribution of these radiographs to clinical dec...
Detailed Description
Routine radiographs are commonly obtained after spinal fusion surgery to assess implant position, fusion progress, and potential complications. Yet, their actual contribution to patient care remains u...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Patients who underwent spinal fusion surgery at UZ Leuven, including the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine for a degenerative condition
- Adults of 18 years and older
- Follow up at least 3 months after surgery
Exclusion
- Non-degenerative (kypho) scoliosis
- Indications other than degenerative conditions and (adult) isthmic spondylolisthesis (e.g. tumor, septic arthritis, trauma,…)
- Chronic neuromuscular disease
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 1 2025
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
August 31 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
978 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07200557
Start Date
May 1 2025
End Date
August 31 2025
Last Update
October 1 2025
Active Locations (1)
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UZ Leuven
Leuven, Belgium