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New treatment option for Dysphagia
Official title Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) - Behavioral Intervention
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06520579
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will prospectively recruit and enroll patients undergoing primary Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) surgeries at NYU Langone. Participants will undergo pre-operative and six-week post-operative swallowing assessment using videofluoroscopy (VFSS).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 99
You may be able to join if
- Able and willing to sign consent form to participate in the study.
- Age between 21- 99 years.
- Scheduled to undergo ACDF surgery with surgeons in the departments of Neurosurgery or Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Langone.
You likely can't join if
- Patients with non-degenerative spine conditions, such as trauma, tumors, infection, radiation, and diabetes.
- Patients with prior posterior-approach cervical spine procedures.
- Patients undergoing ACDF revision procedures.
- Patients who report a pre-existing dysphagia as the result of a neurological deficit or disorder, head and neck cancer treatment, and/or muscular...
- Pregnancy. Female people must confirm they are not pregnant before enrolling in the study.
- Patients with chronic kidney disease, limiting their ability to consume high levels of protein.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Able and willing to sign consent form to participate in the study.
- Age between 21- 99 years.
- Scheduled to undergo ACDF surgery with surgeons in the departments of Neurosurgery or Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Langone.
- Patients with non-degenerative spine conditions, such as trauma, tumors, infection, radiation, and diabetes.
- Patients with prior posterior-approach cervical spine procedures.
- Patients undergoing ACDF revision procedures.
- Patients who report a pre-existing dysphagia as the result of a neurological deficit or disorder, head and neck cancer treatment, and/or muscular condition.
- Pregnancy. Female people must confirm they are not pregnant before enrolling in the study.
- Patients with chronic kidney disease, limiting their ability to consume high levels of protein.
- Patients with known allergies to ingredients listed in Premier Protein Clear drinks.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 99 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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