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Spine surgery showdown: which fixation method offers better outcomes for neck pain?

NCT ID NCT07713927

Disease control Sponsor: Sohag University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two surgical techniques for treating cervical degenerative disc disease: using a stand-alone cage versus a cage-screw fixation system. Both aim to relieve pain and improve function by removing the damaged disc and fusing the vertebrae. The study measures pain levels, swallowing difficulties, and spinal alignment in 20 adults who have not improved with non-surgical treatments.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) using either a stand-alone cage or a cage-screw fixation system
What this could lead to
If one technique proves superior, it could reduce complications like swallowing difficulty and improve recovery for people with cervical disc disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both surgeries carry risks such as infection, nerve damage, or implant failure.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

20 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2026

Expected to finish

Nov 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * • Symptomatic cervical disc disease. * Single- or multiple-level cervical degenerative disease. * MRI-confirmed cervical disc prolapse or spondylosis. * Failure of conservative treatment Exclusion Criteria: * • Previous cervical spine surgery. * Cervical trauma. * Cervical Infection. * Cervical Tumors. * Congenital cervical anomalies. * Severe Cervical osteoporosis. * Rheumatoid arthritis. * Ossification of posterior longitudinal ligament requiring another approach. * Severe systemic illness preventing surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cervical disk degenerative disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Cervical degenerative disease

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sohag University

    Sohag, 82516, Egypt