Status: Recruiting
Prospective Evaluation of Anterior Aesthetic Rib Cage Remodeling With Osteosynthesis for Lower Anterior Thoracic Prominence
This prospective single-group study will evaluate anterior aesthetic rib cage remodeling with osteosynthesis (ARCO) in adults with anteroinferior rib prominence or deformity. The procedure modifies and stabilizes ribs 6 through 8. Inferior rib cage perimeter, CT findings, spirometry, intraoperative respiratory variables, BODY-Q Chest scores, and complications will be assessed through 12 months. The primary outcomes are one-year perimeter change and major procedure-related complications.
Participants needed: 160
Trial details
Age: 18+Biological sex: AllType: ObservationalSponsor: Research IncUpdated: Sep 10, 2026Locations: 1Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility criteria
Age 18 to 45 years, or older participants with documented acceptable bone health... [+5]
Osteoarticular disease affecting rib integrity or clinically relevant osteoporos... [+6]