New device may slash radiation in spine surgery
NCT ID NCT03238521
First seen Jun 13, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether an electronic conductivity device can reduce the amount of X-ray radiation needed during spine surgery. 32 adults having spine surgery were randomly assigned to receive either the standard tool or the new device. The goal was to see if the new device could lower radiation exposure for both patients and surgeons.
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Locations
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Orthopedic surgery division
Rennes, 35033, France
What this could mean
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Active substance
electronic conductivity device (pedicle finder with impedancemetry)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could reduce radiation exposure during spine surgery, making the procedure safer for patients and surgical staff.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 32 participants. The device is already used in practice, so the benefit may be modest and may not apply to all spine surgeries.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.