New York, NYNCT03553186Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Spinal Deformity Clinical Trial in New York, NY

Access cutting-edge spinal deformity treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in New York. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Hospital for Special Surgery, New York

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

No-Cost Care

All study-related spinal deformity treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to New York

    Convenient for NY residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit New York site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Spinal Deformity Study in New York

Posterior spinal surgery for adult deformity is associated with high incidence of blood loss and need for blood transfusion and intraoperative blood salvage, with associated increased cost and risk for perioperative complications. Tranexamic acid (TXA) is relatively inexpensive anti-fibrinolytic agent that has been proven effective for decreasing intraoperative blood loss in various surgical specialties. Intravenous TXA (ivTXA) is routinely used at our institution for adult spinal deformity cases. Meanwhile, topical TXA (tTXA) is an attractive alternative/adjunct to ivTXA used with good results in orthopedic arthroplasty and cardiac surgery. To the investigators' knowledge, no data exists in the literature on the use of tTXA in either adult or pediatric spinal deformity surgery. The goal of this study is to determine the role tTXA has an adjunct to ivTXA in decreasing perioperative blood loss, drainage, transfusion requirements and length of stay following adult deformity spine surgery.

Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Scheduled to undergo posterior long segment ( ≥ 5 levels) posterior spinal fusion for adult scoliosis or degenerative joint diseae
\+ fusion to pelvis

Exclusion Criteria

Surgical factors:
Anterior Approach
Presence or history of dural tear without repair as evidenced by pseudomeningocele on MRI imaging or by intraoperative exploration
Patients donating autologous blood preoperatively Patient factors:
Diagnosis of renal (Cr\>1.5 or CrCl \<30ml/min) or hepatic insufficiency (AST, ALT 2x upper limit of normal)
Diagnosis of seizure disorder or prior seizure
History of thromboembolic events (CVA, TIA, DVT, PE) if within 1 year of surgery
Hypercoagulability (e.g. antiphospholipid syndrome)
History of coronary artery disease (stent, MI, +stress test) within 1 year of surgery
Atrial fibrillation
Concurrent anticoagulation therapy that cannot be discontinued within 3 days before surgery (Coumadin, plavix, LVX)
Concurrent anticoagulation with ASA 325 that cannot be discontinued 10 days before surgery
Bleeding disorder or abnormal preoperative coagulation profile (as identified by a preoperative platelet count of \<100,000/mm3, an international normalized ratio of \>1.4, or a prolonged partial thromboplastin time \>1.4 times normal)
Preexisting anemia \<10 g/dL
Color blindness or disturbance of color vision
Leukemia or active cancer
Religious restrictions on blood transfusion
Pregnancy or women who are lactating/breastfeeding

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in New York?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT03553186) has an active research site in New York, NY that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Spinal Deformity Treatment Options in New York, NY

If you're searching for spinal deformity treatment options in New York, NY, this clinical trial (NCT03553186) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our New York research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced spinal deformity specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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