Scientists hunt for biomarkers to predict spinal stenosis progression

NCT ID NCT07232836

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether inflammation from fat tissue around the spine contributes to spinal stenosis, a condition that narrows the spinal canal and causes pain. Researchers will collect tissue and blood samples from 100 patients undergoing spinal surgery to measure levels of various inflammatory molecules. The goal is to identify biomarkers that could help monitor disease and guide future non-surgical treatments.

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 successful, this could identify biomarkers to monitor spinal stenosis and point to new non-surgical treatments targeting inflammation.

What could go wrong

This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to any new therapies, and the findings may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Inflammation lumbar spinal stenosis spinal stenosis

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