January 19, 2016
Institutional Review Board, Hospital for Special Surgery
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Before enrolling in a clinical trial or research study, the investigator will explain the purpose of the trial/study, its expected benefits, any possible risks or side effects, and what your role will be. If you want to join the trial/study, you must sign informed consent documents. You can leave a trial/study at any time without penalty.
For further information, see Understanding Clinical Trials/Research Studies.
Roland Duculan, MD
Federico P. Girardi, MD
Darren R. Lebl, MD
Frank P. Cammisa, Jr., MD
Joseph Nguyen
Manuela Rigaud
Alex Fong
James C. Farmer, MD
Alexander P. Hughes, MD
Andrew A. Sama, MD
This observational study will compare patient-reported outcomes of surgery for lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis. A total of 300 patients will be enrolled before surgery and receive a follow-up 2 years after surgery. The goals are to compare symptoms, function, fulfillment of expectations, and satisfaction with different types of surgery for this condition.
Patients undergoing surgery for lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis are eligible if they are at least 18 years old and speak English.
Carol A. Mancuso, MD
212.774.7508
mancusoc@hss.edu