Scoliosis's hidden toll: can we predict lung and heart risks?
NCT ID NCT07760441
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks back at 10 years of medical records from a scoliosis referral center to see how frequently adults with scoliosis who had surgery also develop restrictive breathing problems or signs of pulmonary hypertension on echocardiography. By analyzing data from 174 patients, researchers hope to understand the link between scoliosis and these complications. The goal is to use this information to better tailor follow-up care for people with scoliosis.
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
- This could help doctors better predict and manage breathing and heart complications in adults with scoliosis, potentially improving care pathways.
- What could go wrong
- As a retrospective review, it can only show associations, not cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all scoliosis patients, and the data depends on the accuracy of past medical records.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Hospital Poitiers
Poitiers, 86000, France
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