Spinal fusion cage showdown: which material wins?
NCT ID NCT05583864
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares two types of spinal fusion cages—porous titanium and titanium-coated PEEK—in 108 adults undergoing lower back surgery. The goal is to see which cage helps bones fuse better and improves pain and quality of life. Participants were randomly assigned to receive one of the two cages during their procedure.
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40536, United States
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