2 Clinical Trials for Various Conditions
Major lumbar spine surgery causes inflammation, soreness and swelling that can delay discharge from the hospital. Dexmedetomidine (DEX) has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects. This study will evaluate whether DEX can help get patients out of the hospital faster after major spine surgery by reducing the inflammation associated with the procedure itself. A separate part of the study will evaluate the blood levels of some specific indicators of inflammation called cytokines. Measuring cytokines before and after surgery will aid in determining if DEX has altered the inflammatory response.
This trial is conducted in the United States of America (USA). The purpose of this clinical research trial is to understand how safe and effective Recombinant Activated FVII is for reducing bleeding and blood transfusions in patients undergoing spinal fusion surgery.