3Spine Lumbar Fusion Real World Evidence Study

Last updated: March 24, 2025
Sponsor: 3Spine
Overall Status: Active - Not Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

N/A

Treatment

Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Clinical Study ID

NCT04823858
3Spine Lumbar Fusion Study
  • Ages 21-80
  • All Genders

Study Summary

This study is designed to collect real world evidence (RWE) safety and efficacy data on patients who plan to undergo a single-level Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) or Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) instrumented with pedicle screws, using the framework of a prospective clinical study (with defined enrollment criteria and pre-specified research follow-up timepoints).

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. Male or female, age 21-80 (inclusive) with at least 3 years of life expectancy;

  2. Subject plans to undergo a one-level Open or Mini-Open TLIF or PLIF procedure (stabilized with pedicle screws) independent of this research protocol;

  3. Subject is to be treated with on-label use of an FDA-cleared TLIF or PLIF cage(s)and pedicle screw system independent of this research protocol;

  4. The subject has a primary diagnosis of symptomatic lumbar degeneration with orwithout foraminal or recess stenosis of the lumbar spine at a single level fromL1/L2 to L5/S1 confirmed by subject history and radiographic imaging (CT, MRI,X-rays) with no more than a Grade 1 (<25% translation) spondylolisthesis.Symptomatic lumbar degeneration that may be associated with a co-morbid conditionsuch as:

  5. Herniated nucleus pulposus;

  6. Scarring/thickening of the ligamentum flavum, annulus fibrosus, or facet jointcapsule;

  7. Facet joint degeneration/osteophyte formation;

  8. Spondylosis (defined by the presence of osteophytes);

  9. Disc degeneration and/or annular degeneration; and/or

  10. Lumbar stenosis defined by spinal cord or nerve root compression;

  11. Exhausted conservative treatment (e.g. bed rest, physical therapy, medications,transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), manipulation, and/or spinalinjections) for at least 3 months or has a neurologic emergency;

  12. Preoperative Oswestry Disability Index score >/= 40/100 at baseline;

  13. Psychosocially, mentally and physically able and willing to fully comply with thisprotocol including adhering to follow-up schedule and requirements and filling outforms; and

  14. Signed informed consent.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. More than one vertebral level requiring treatment;

  2. Previous instrumented surgery (i.e.: anterior disc replacement, spinal fusion,interspinous device, etc.) at the index lumbar level or an adjacent level;

  3. Degenerative or lytic spondylolisthesis greater than Grade 1 (<25% translation);

  4. Rotatory scoliosis at the level to be treated;

  5. Congenital bony and/or spinal cord abnormalities at the level to be treated;

  6. Subcaudal defect, disrupting the integrity of the pedicle;

  7. Clinically compromised vertebral bodies at the involved level due to current or pasttrauma, e.g., by the radiographic appearance of the fracture callus, malunion ornonunion;

  8. Disrupted anterior longitudinal ligament at the index level;

  9. Overlying thoracolumbar kyphosis (greater than or equal to 15 degrees) within onelevel (includes target and adjacent level) of the level to be treated;

  10. Back pain of unknown etiology without leg pain;

  11. Severe spondylosis at the level to be treated as characterized by any of thefollowing:

  12. Autofusion (solid arthrodesis) determined radiographically (CT);

  13. Totally collapsed disc, or;

  14. Vertebral body that cannot be mobilized;

  15. Known allergy to cobalt, chromium, molybdenum, nickel, polyethylene, titanium, orvitamin E;

  16. Unable to undergo a CT scan or other radiograph assessments;

  17. Osteopenia: The SCORE/MORES will be utilized for all females age <50 and males age <55 to screen if a DEXA scan is indicated. If SCORE/MORES value ≥ 6, then a DEXAscan is required. A DEXA scan is indicated for all females age ≥50 and all males age ≥55. If DEXA is required, exclusion will be defined as a DEXA bone density measuredT score ≤ -1. An existing DEXA is allowed if completed within 6 months of subjectscreening;

  18. Has history of any endocrine or metabolic disorder known to affect osteogenesis (e.g.: Paget's disease, renal osteodystrophy, Ehler-Danlos syndrome, or osteogenesisimperfecta);

  19. Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus;

  20. Lactating, pregnant or interested in becoming pregnant in the next 3 years;

  21. Active infection - systemic or local;

  22. Any medical condition requiring treatment with any drug known to potentiallyinterfere with bone/soft tissue healing or receiving radiation therapy that isexpected to continue for the duration of the study;

  23. Body Mass Index > 40;

  24. Recurrent history of deep vein thrombosis, symptoms of arterial insufficiency, orthromboembolic disease;

  25. Systemic disease including Lupus disease, Reiter's disease, Rheumatoid disease,AIDS, HIV, hepatitis or autoimmune disease that requires immunosuppressive therapy,including biologics, for systemic inflammation;

  26. Spinal tumor;

  27. Active malignancy: A patient with a history of any invasive malignancy (exceptnon-melanoma skin cancer), unless he/she has been treated with curative intent andthere have been no clinical signs or symptoms of the malignancy for at least 5years;

  28. Any degenerative muscular or neurological condition that would interfere withevaluation of outcomes, including but not limited to Parkinson's disease,amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or multiple sclerosis;

  29. Has chronic or acute renal and/or hepatic impairment and/or failure or prior historyof renal and/or hepatic parenchymal disease;

  30. Has a Waddell Signs of Inorganic Behavior score of 3 or greater;

  31. In the opinion of the investigator, the subject has a behavioral, cognitive, socialor medical problem that may interfere with the assessment of the safety oreffectiveness of the device;

  32. Current or recent history of chemical/alcohol abuse or dependency using standardmedical definition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5 (DSM-5) code;

  33. Currently smoking or using tobacco products, including e-cigarette products (e.g.,vaping); (Use within 30 days of surgery date is considered 'current');

  34. Currently pursuing or in active spinal litigation for medical negligence, or trauma,or workers compensation;

  35. Is a prisoner, incarcerated, or has been coerced to participate in the study thatcould impact the validity of results;

  36. Is currently participating in an investigational therapy (device and/orpharmaceutical) within 30 days prior to entering the study or such treatment isplanned during the 24 months following enrollment into the study.

Study Design

Total Participants: 176
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Phase:
Study Start date:
May 25, 2021
Estimated Completion Date:
November 15, 2029

Study Description

A prospective, multi-center (up to 25), non-blinded study of patients who plan to undergo a single-level Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) or Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) stabilized with pedicle screws. Investigators will only select those patients who are planned for treatment with on-label use of FDA cleared TLIF/PLIF devices (cage and screw system).

At least 200 subjects with a potential sample size re-estimation at completion. The subjects will return for follow-up at 6-weeks, 3-months, 6-months, and then annually for 5-years post surgery.

Connect with a study center

  • Northwest NeuroSpecialists

    Tucson, Arizona 85741
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • University of Arizona College of Medicine

    Tucson, Arizona 85724
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Todd Lanman MD, Inc.

    Beverly Hills, California 90210
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • University of Colorado

    Aurora, Colorado 801111
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Steamboat Orthopedics and Spine Institute (SOSI)

    Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Spine & Orthopedic Center

    Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Florida Orthopaedic Institute

    Temple Terrace, Florida 33637
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Orthopaedic Institute of Western Kentucky

    Paducah, Kentucky 42001
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Strenge Spine Institute

    Paducah, Kentucky 42003
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • The Spine Center of Louisiana

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Spine Institute of Louisiana

    Shreveport, Louisiana 71101
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Mayo Clinic

    Rochester, Minnesota 55905
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Upstate Orthopedics

    East Syracuse, New York 13057
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • NYU Langone, Spine Research Center

    New York, New York 10016
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates

    Charlotte, North Carolina 28204
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Pinehurst Surgical Clinic

    Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Vertrae

    Miamisburg, Ohio 45342
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • OrthoNeuro

    New Albany, Ohio 43054
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Oklahoma City Clinical Research Center

    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73170
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Thomas Jefferson University

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics

    Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • Ortho San Antonio

    San Antonio, Texas 78299
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • The Disc Replacement Center

    South Jordan, Utah 84095
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • The Disc Replacement Center

    West Jordan, Utah 84088
    United States

    Site Not Available

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