Kummell disease
MONDO:0003940A disease that presents as vertebral osteonecrosis typically affecting a thoracic vertebra with compression deformity, intravertebral vacuum cleft, and exaggerated kyphosis weeks to months after a minor traumatic injury.
Also known as: Kummell's disease, avascular necrosis of a vertebral body, bony vertebral centrum osteonecrosis, osteonecrosis of bony vertebral centrum, traumatic spondylopathy
33 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New study aims to find best pain block for elderly back surgery patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two types of nerve blocks—lumbar paravertebral block and lumbar erector spinae plane block—for pain control after lumbar spine surgery in people aged 65 and older. The goal is to see which block reduces the need for opioid painkillers in the first 48 hours…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Poznan University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a simple pill boost knee replacement recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking tranexamic acid pills for a week after knee replacement surgery helps people recover better. 350 adults having their first knee replacement will receive either the drug or a placebo. Researchers will track pain, stiffness, and function for up to 2 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New study eyes Tirzepatide's hidden impact on joints and heart
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study in Mexico will follow 30 adults already taking tirzepatide for conditions like diabetes or obesity. Researchers will use MRI scans of the knees, CT scans of the heart, and body composition tests to see how the drug affects cartilage, heart fat, and overal…
Sponsor: JULIO GRANADOS MONTIEL • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC