A Study of Molecular Characterization of Spinal Tissue

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to identify molecular mechanisms that control spine deformity and degenerative changes that can be used for therapeutic strategies.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

Children and adults undergoing surgical procedures where spinal tissues are removed as a normal part of their procedure. Material from adults may be collected as a control group.

Exclusion Criteria:

Surgeries where spinal tissues are not being removed.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status	Contact
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Annalise Larson, M.D.	Closed-enrolling by invitation What is this? (?) "Close" Not open to everyone who meets the eligibility criteria, but only those invited to participate by the study team.	Contact information: Smitha Mathew M.B.B.S. (507)538-3560 Mathew.Smitha@mayo.edu

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Annalise Larson, M.D.

Closed-enrolling by invitation

Contact information:

Smitha Mathew M.B.B.S.

(507)538-3560

Mathew.Smitha@mayo.edu

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