Belly fat vs. body mass index: which better predicts spine surgery risks?

NCT ID NCT07688265

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how different types of obesity—central (belly fat) versus peripheral (fat elsewhere)—affect blood loss and complications during major lower back surgery. Researchers will measure pressure inside the abdomen and blood loss in 90 adults having lumbar spine surgery. The goal is to see if where fat is stored matters more than overall weight for surgical outcomes.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If it works, this could help surgeons tailor care based on a patient's fat distribution, potentially reducing risks during spine surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study, so it can show links but not prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Intra-Abdominal Hypertension lumbar disk degenerative disorder lumbar spinal stenosis Obesity obesity disorder spinal stenosis

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INTRAABDOMINAL HYPERTENSION INTRAOPERATIVE BLOOD LOSS LUMBAR DEGENERATIVE DISEASE LUMBAR SPINAL STENOSIS OBESITY PERIOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS

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