Spine Surgery for Lenke 1 Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Launched by ISTITUTO ORTOPEDICO RIZZOLI · Apr 29, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of spine surgery on adolescents with a specific type of scoliosis called Lenke 1 Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS). Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves sideways, and it can vary in severity. The goal of the surgery is to correct this curve, prevent it from getting worse, and help the spine maintain a balanced position. Researchers are looking for young people between the ages of 12 and 21 who have a certain degree of curvature in their spine and meet specific criteria to participate in the study.

If you or someone you know is eligible, participants can expect to undergo surgery and will be closely monitored afterwards to assess the outcomes. The study is currently recruiting participants, and it’s important to note that candidates must not have had previous scoliosis surgery or have other types of scoliosis. This trial aims to gather valuable information to improve treatment options for adolescents with this condition.

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Eligibility criteria

• INCLUSION CRITERIA:
• • Diagnosis of AIS;
• • Male and female sex;
• • Age between 12 and 21;
• • Thoracic scoliotic curve, type I according to Lenke's classification;
• • Preoperative radiographic range of the main scoliotic curve between 40° and 70° Cobb;
• • Reducibility of the curve on bending radiographs by 30%;
• • Signature of the informed consent of patients/parents to actively participate in the study and clinical follow-up.
• EXCLUSION CRITERIA:
• • Scoliosis with an etiology different from AIS;
• • pre-operative COBB \> 70°;
• • Patients already treated surgically for scoliosis;
• • Location of the scoliotic curve: Lenke 2-6;
• • Patients who do not fall within the parameters described;
• • Patients unable to express consent or carry out follow-ups;
• • Language barrier;
• • Pregnant women.