New imaging tool could sharpen spinal surgery precision

NCT ID NCT07416565

First seen Feb 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study will test a new imaging tool called the ATEC IntraOperative Alignment (IOA) Platform in 40 adults undergoing spinal deformity surgery. The tool helps surgeons see and measure spinal alignment during the operation, potentially allowing for more precise corrections. Researchers will compare its accuracy to standard X-rays and see how well it predicts final alignment after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • NYU Langone Health

    New York, New York, 10016, United States

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

ATEC IntraOperative Alignment (IOA) Imaging Platform

What this could lead to

If successful, this tool could help surgeons make more accurate spinal corrections during surgery, potentially improving outcomes for patients with spinal deformities.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The tool is meant to assist, not replace, standard care, and its benefits over current methods are not yet proven.

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.