Management of Seroma After Posterior Lumbar Spine Decompression

Launched by KAFRELSHEIKH UNIVERSITY · Jul 2, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how to best identify and manage a condition called seroma, which is a buildup of fluid that can happen after a type of back surgery known as posterior lumbar spine decompression. This surgery is done to relieve pressure on the nerves in the lower back. The study aims to understand how often seromas occur, what symptoms they cause, and the most effective ways to treat them.

People who are 18 years or older and scheduled to have this specific back surgery may be able to join the study. To participate, they should not have had previous surgery on their lower back, active infections, cancer, serious medical problems that affect healing or surgery safety, or be unable to have general anesthesia. Although the study is not yet recruiting participants, those who join can expect their care team to closely monitor them for signs of seroma and explore different treatment options if it develops. This research could help improve recovery and reduce complications for future patients having this type of surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age ≥ 18 years.
• • Both sexes.
• • Patients undergoing elective posterior lumbar spine decompression.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • History of previous lumbar spine surgery.
• • Active spinal infection, trauma, or malignancy.
• • Severe medical comorbidities that contraindicate surgery or influence wound healing (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, immunosuppression, severe cardiovascular disease).
• • Patients unfit for general anesthesia.