Tonsil surgery may straighten spines in kids with sleep apnea
NCT ID NCT07332780
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether removing the tonsils and adenoids can slow or stop the progression of scoliosis (curved spine) in children aged 6 to 15 who also have mild sleep-disordered breathing. Half of the 160 participants will have surgery within 4 weeks, while the other half will receive sleep advice and monitoring. Researchers will measure spine curvature and quality of life over 12 months to see if the surgery helps.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Adenotonsillectomy (surgical removal of tonsils and adenoids)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to slow or prevent scoliosis progression in children with sleep-disordered breathing, potentially reducing the need for braces or surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 160 children. Surgery carries risks like bleeding or infection, and it is unclear if improving sleep will meaningfully affect spine curvature.
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The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University,
RECRUITINGWenzhou, Zhejiang, 325000, China
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