Prospective evaluation of anterior aesthetic rib cage remodeling with osteosynthesis for lower anterior thoracic prominence
NCT ID NCT07813234
First seen Sep 10, 2026 · Last updated Sep 10, 2026
Summary
This prospective single-group study will evaluate anterior aesthetic rib cage remodeling with osteosynthesis (ARCO) in adults with anteroinferior rib prominence or deformity. The procedure modifies and stabilizes ribs 6 through 8. Inferior rib cage perimeter, CT findings, spirometry, intraoperative respiratory variables, BODY-Q Chest scores, and complications will be assessed through 12 months. The primary outcomes are one-year perimeter change and major procedure-related complications.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 160 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jan 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Adults seeking correction of anteroinferior rib cage prominence or deformity who meet the standardized ARCO operative criteria.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 45 years, or older participants with documented acceptable bone health under the final protocol. * Prominence, dysmorphia, or contour concern involving the anteroinferior rib cage and judged appropriate for ARCO. * Preoperative chest CT, spirometry, medical history, and physical examination completed. * BMI 30 kg/m2 or lower. * Ability to comply with CT, spirometry, BODY-Q, and clinical follow-up through 12 months. * Written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Osteoarticular disease affecting rib integrity or clinically relevant osteoporosis risk. * Previous major chest surgery or significant thoracic trauma. * Coagulation disorder, chronic pulmonary disease, or uncontrolled systemic disease. * Active cancer, short life expectancy, or contraindication to elective surgery. * Known adverse reaction to the proposed osteosynthesis material. * Psychiatric condition or body-image disorder that, after specialist assessment when indicated, impairs informed decision-making or realistic expectations. * Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Clinica INO
RECRUITINGBogotá, Colombia