Can barbed sutures improve healing in obese neck surgery patients?

NCT ID NCT05895968

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Xijing Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether barbed sutures are a safe and effective way to close deep tissue incisions in obese patients undergoing posterior cervical spine surgery. Researchers will measure changes in spinal function, neck disability, and pain levels, as well as monitor for wound infections. The study aims to provide evidence for wider use of barbed sutures in this specific patient group.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: barbed suture used to close deep fascia during posterior cervical surgery
What this could lead to: If barbed sutures prove safe and effective, they could become a standard option for closing surgical incisions in obese patients, potentially reducing complications.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early exploratory study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Barbed sutures could carry risks like infection or wound breakdown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BARBED SUTURE CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS POSTERIOR CERVICAL SPINE SURGERY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Jia Yanyan
RECRUITING

Xi'an, Shannxi Province, 710034, China

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