Which breathing method is safer for spine surgery? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07614555
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways of using a breathing machine during surgery for a slipped disk in the lower back. One method controls the flow of air, the other controls the volume. Researchers want to see which keeps oxygen levels higher after patients are turned onto their stomach. 80 adults aged 18 to 65 will take part.
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 one method works better, it could help doctors choose safer breathing settings for patients during spine surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on short-term oxygen levels, not long-term outcomes. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 80 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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May 2026
- Expected to finish
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Nov 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65 years * ASA physical status I-III * Body Mass Index between 18 and 30 kg/m² Exclusion Criteria: * Age \< 18 years or \> 65 years * Known or previously diagnosed pulmonary disease * Patients with severe preoperative pulmonary function impairment (e.g., FEV₁ \< 50% predicted, severe restrictive or obstructive pathology) * Patients with markedly altered lung anatomy or function due to prior major thoracic surgery * Patients who were dependent on supplemental oxygen therapy in the preoperative period * ASA physical status IV or higher * Refusal or inability to provide informed consent
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Conditions
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How to take part
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The places running it
1 site. The list below names each one and where it is.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
RECRUITINGAnkara, 06170, Turkey (Türkiye)
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