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Post Approval Study Protocol for the Two Level Simplify® Cervical Artificial Disc

Post Approval Study Protocol for the Two Level Simplify® Cervical Artificial Disc

Status
Completed
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Observational
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT04980378
Enrollment
291
Registered
2021-07-28
Start date
2021-08-01
Completion date
2024-01-24
Last updated
2026-01-08

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Cervical Degenerative Disc Disorder

Keywords

Two Level

Brief summary

This study is intended to demonstrate the 5-year long-term safety and efficacy of the Simplify® Cervical Artificial Disc (Simplify Disc) in subjects enrolled in the non-randomized two-level Simplify Disc Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study. This study was conducted under IDE G150206

Interventions

The Simplify Disc is a cervical artificial disc manufactured from polyether ether ketone (PEEK) endplates and a mobile, zirconia-toughened alumina ceramic core.

Sponsors

NuVasive
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

\- All subjects enrolled in the two level Simplify Disc IDE study are considered for this long-term follow-up study.

Exclusion criteria

* Subjects who were not implanted with the Simplify Disc during the IDE study * Subjects who had a secondary surgical intervention at the index level during the IDE study * Subjects who were withdrawn or withdrew consent to participate in the IDE study * Subjects who do not consent to participate in long-term follow-up post-approval study

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Clinical Composite SuccessData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedIndividual success for Simplify Disc was defined as follows: * Neck Disability Index (NDI) score improvement of at least 15 points from pre-operative; * Maintenance or improvement in neurological status; * No serious adverse event classified as implant associated or implant/surgical procedure associated; and * No additional surgical procedure classified as a failure.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Clinically Significant Improvement in One or More Radicular Symptoms or MyelopathyData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedAn arm pain questionnaire was used to measure radicular symptoms and compare to baseline symptoms in the IDE study. Changes of at least 2 points on a 10-point scale were regarded as clinically significant (0=no pain; 10=worst pain)
Health Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Physical Component Score (PCS) Maintenance or ImprovementData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedThe PCS is a sub-score of the SF-36. The SF-36 is a multipurpose survey with 36 questions. The questions were combined, scored, and weighted to create two scores that provide glimpses into mental and physical functioning and overall health-related quality-of-life. Higher scores indicate better outcomes. Scores range from 0-50. Maintenance or improvement was defined as PCS(Postop) - PCS(Preop) ≥0.
Health Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Mental Component Score (MCS) Maintenance or ImprovementData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedThe MCS is a sub-score of the SF-36. The SF-36 is a multipurpose survey with 36 questions. The questions were combined, scored, and weighted to create two scores that provide glimpses into mental and physical functioning and overall health-related quality-of-life. Higher scores indicate better outcomes. Scores range from 0-50. Maintenance or improvement was defined as PCS(Postop) - PCS(Preop) ≥0.
Dysphagia Handicap Index (DHI Scale)Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.Dysphagia Handicap Index score for the Simplify Disc subjects at 60 months. A higher score is indicative of a less desirable outcome. It is scored 0-100. Data was not collected on DHI in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.
Patient SatisfactionData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedPatient satisfaction was assessed by survey based on the response to the statement I am satisfied with the results of my surgery at 60 months. Answer options ranged from definitely true to definitely false.
Physician's PerceptionData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedResults at 60 months were categorized by the physician's perception of the subject's condition (excellent, good, fair, or poor).
Change in Average Disc Height (Superior Index Level)Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.Average disc height (superior index level) at 60 months was compared to the baseline measurement in the IDE study and the change was calculated. Measurements were scored by an independent core lab. Average disc height was calculated as the simple average of the anterior and posterior disc heights. Data was not collected on average disc height in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.
Change in Average Disc Height (Inferior Index Level)Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.Average disc height (inferior index level) at 60 months was compared to the baseline measurement in the IDE study and the change was calculated. Measurements were scored by an independent core lab. Average disc height was calculated as the simple average of the anterior and posterior disc heights. Data was not collected on average disc height in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.
Adjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent LevelData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.Outcome reports the number and percentage of subjects with adjacent level disc degeneration (ALDD) above the index level based on X-ray images. Degeneration was graded as none (no degenerative changes), doubtful (Minimal osteophytosis only), minimal (Definite osteophytosis with some sclerosis of anterior part of vertebral plates), moderate (Marked osteophytosis and sclerosis of vertebral plates with slight narrowing of disk space), or severe (Large osteophytes, marked sclerosis of vertebral plates, and marked narrowing of disk space). Assessments were made by an independent core lab. Data was not collected on adjacent level deterioration in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.
Adjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent LevelData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.Outcome reports the number and percentage of subjects with adjacent level disc degeneration (ALDD) below the index level based on X-ray images. Degeneration was graded as none (no degenerative changes), doubtful (Minimal osteophytosis only), minimal (Definite osteophytosis with some sclerosis of anterior part of vertebral plates), moderate (Marked osteophytosis and sclerosis of vertebral plates with slight narrowing of disk space), or severe (Large osteophytes, marked sclerosis of vertebral plates, and marked narrowing of disk space). Assessments were made by an independent core lab. Data was not collected on adjacent level deterioration in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.
Displacement or Migration of the DeviceData through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reportedDisplacement or migration of the device at 60 months was be compared to immediate post-op data collected in the IDE study. This was be graded by the radiographic core lab. Migration was considered present if changes of \>3mm were noted. The superior index level and inferior index level was assessed separately.

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Recruitment details

No recruitment - long term follow up of subjects previously enrolled in Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) and historical control data

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Simplify Disc
Extended follow-up of IDE Subjects treated at two continuous levels with the Simplify Cervical Artificial Disc during IDE G150206 Simplify Disc: The Simplify Disc is a cervical artificial disc manufactured from polyether ether ketone (PEEK) endplates and a mobile, zirconia-toughened alumina ceramic core.
157
Historical ACDF Control
Historical ACDF Data from similar protocol used as control.
134
Total291

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicSimplify DiscTotalHistorical ACDF Control
Age, Continuous49.35 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.04
48.59 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.48
47.71 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.83
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
1 Participants4 Participants3 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
5 Participants11 Participants6 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
5 Participants8 Participants3 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
146 Participants268 Participants122 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United States
157 Participants291 Participants134 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
83 Participants154 Participants71 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
74 Participants137 Participants63 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 1570 / 134
other
Total, other adverse events
119 / 157126 / 134
serious
Total, serious adverse events
40 / 15754 / 134

Outcome results

Primary

Clinical Composite Success

Individual success for Simplify Disc was defined as follows: * Neck Disability Index (NDI) score improvement of at least 15 points from pre-operative; * Maintenance or improvement in neurological status; * No serious adverse event classified as implant associated or implant/surgical procedure associated; and * No additional surgical procedure classified as a failure.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 140 Simplify Disc subjects had completed change in Neck Disability Index and neurologic data at 60 months due to missed questionnaires and/or neurologic exams.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscClinical Composite Success127 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataClinical Composite Success84 Participants
Secondary

Adjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent Level

Outcome reports the number and percentage of subjects with adjacent level disc degeneration (ALDD) below the index level based on X-ray images. Degeneration was graded as none (no degenerative changes), doubtful (Minimal osteophytosis only), minimal (Definite osteophytosis with some sclerosis of anterior part of vertebral plates), moderate (Marked osteophytosis and sclerosis of vertebral plates with slight narrowing of disk space), or severe (Large osteophytes, marked sclerosis of vertebral plates, and marked narrowing of disk space). Assessments were made by an independent core lab. Data was not collected on adjacent level deterioration in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 124 Simplify Disc subjects had evaluable radiographs for this assessment at 60 months due to missed x-rays or poor image quality which limited analysis.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent LevelNone81 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent LevelDoubtful23 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent LevelMinimal13 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent LevelModerate5 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Inferior Adjacent LevelSevere2 Participants
Secondary

Adjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent Level

Outcome reports the number and percentage of subjects with adjacent level disc degeneration (ALDD) above the index level based on X-ray images. Degeneration was graded as none (no degenerative changes), doubtful (Minimal osteophytosis only), minimal (Definite osteophytosis with some sclerosis of anterior part of vertebral plates), moderate (Marked osteophytosis and sclerosis of vertebral plates with slight narrowing of disk space), or severe (Large osteophytes, marked sclerosis of vertebral plates, and marked narrowing of disk space). Assessments were made by an independent core lab. Data was not collected on adjacent level deterioration in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 137 Simplify Disc subjects had evaluable radiographs for this assessment at 60 months due to missed x-rays or poor image quality which limited analysis.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent LevelNone70 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent LevelDoubtful41 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent LevelMinimal20 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent LevelModerate5 Participants
Simplify DiscAdjacent Level Deterioration - Superior Adjacent LevelSevere1 Participants
Secondary

Change in Average Disc Height (Inferior Index Level)

Average disc height (inferior index level) at 60 months was compared to the baseline measurement in the IDE study and the change was calculated. Measurements were scored by an independent core lab. Average disc height was calculated as the simple average of the anterior and posterior disc heights. Data was not collected on average disc height in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 131 subjects had evaluable radiographs for this assessment at 60 months due to missed x-rays or poor image quality which limited analysis.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Simplify DiscChange in Average Disc Height (Inferior Index Level)0.81 mmStandard Deviation 0.94
Secondary

Change in Average Disc Height (Superior Index Level)

Average disc height (superior index level) at 60 months was compared to the baseline measurement in the IDE study and the change was calculated. Measurements were scored by an independent core lab. Average disc height was calculated as the simple average of the anterior and posterior disc heights. Data was not collected on average disc height in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 140 subjects had evaluable radiographs for this assessment at 60 months due to missed x-rays or poor image quality which limited analysis.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Simplify DiscChange in Average Disc Height (Superior Index Level)1.10 mmStandard Deviation 0.84
Secondary

Clinically Significant Improvement in One or More Radicular Symptoms or Myelopathy

An arm pain questionnaire was used to measure radicular symptoms and compare to baseline symptoms in the IDE study. Changes of at least 2 points on a 10-point scale were regarded as clinically significant (0=no pain; 10=worst pain)

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 136 subjects had change in Arm Pain Intensity data at 60 months due to missed questionnaires. Likewise, 107 ACDF control subjects completed the 60-month visit, but 104 had change in Arm Pain Intensity data at 60 months.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscClinically Significant Improvement in One or More Radicular Symptoms or Myelopathy125 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataClinically Significant Improvement in One or More Radicular Symptoms or Myelopathy90 Participants
Secondary

Displacement or Migration of the Device

Displacement or migration of the device at 60 months was be compared to immediate post-op data collected in the IDE study. This was be graded by the radiographic core lab. Migration was considered present if changes of \>3mm were noted. The superior index level and inferior index level was assessed separately.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 140 subjects had evaluable radiographs for this assessment at 60 months due to missed x-rays or poor image quality which limited analysis. Likewise, 107 ACDF subjects completed the 60-month visit, but 102 had 60-month radiographs available for this assessments.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscDisplacement or Migration of the DeviceMigration present at either index level0 Participants
Simplify DiscDisplacement or Migration of the DeviceMigration absent at both index levels140 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataDisplacement or Migration of the DeviceMigration present at either index level0 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataDisplacement or Migration of the DeviceMigration absent at both index levels102 Participants
Secondary

Dysphagia Handicap Index (DHI Scale)

Dysphagia Handicap Index score for the Simplify Disc subjects at 60 months. A higher score is indicative of a less desirable outcome. It is scored 0-100. Data was not collected on DHI in the historical ACDF control group. Only Simplify Disc subjects are reported. This was pre-specified in the study design.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549 with start date of 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-operative.

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Simplify DiscDysphagia Handicap Index (DHI Scale)7.1 score on a scaleStandard Deviation 11.6
Secondary

Health Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Mental Component Score (MCS) Maintenance or Improvement

The MCS is a sub-score of the SF-36. The SF-36 is a multipurpose survey with 36 questions. The questions were combined, scored, and weighted to create two scores that provide glimpses into mental and physical functioning and overall health-related quality-of-life. Higher scores indicate better outcomes. Scores range from 0-50. Maintenance or improvement was defined as PCS(Postop) - PCS(Preop) ≥0.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 135 Simplify Disc subjects had SF-36 data available at 60 months due to missed questionnaires. Likewise, 107 ACDF subjects completed the 60-month visit, but 104 had SF-36 data available at 60 months.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Mental Component Score (MCS) Maintenance or ImprovementMaintenance or improvement110 Participants
Simplify DiscHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Mental Component Score (MCS) Maintenance or ImprovementAbsence of maintenance or improvement25 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Mental Component Score (MCS) Maintenance or ImprovementMaintenance or improvement80 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Mental Component Score (MCS) Maintenance or ImprovementAbsence of maintenance or improvement24 Participants
Secondary

Health Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Physical Component Score (PCS) Maintenance or Improvement

The PCS is a sub-score of the SF-36. The SF-36 is a multipurpose survey with 36 questions. The questions were combined, scored, and weighted to create two scores that provide glimpses into mental and physical functioning and overall health-related quality-of-life. Higher scores indicate better outcomes. Scores range from 0-50. Maintenance or improvement was defined as PCS(Postop) - PCS(Preop) ≥0.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 135 Simplify Disc subjects had SF-36 data available at 60 months due to missed questionnaires. Likewise, 107 ACDF subjects completed the 60-month visit, but 104 had SF-36 data available at 60 months.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Physical Component Score (PCS) Maintenance or ImprovementMaintenance or improvement122 Participants
Simplify DiscHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Physical Component Score (PCS) Maintenance or ImprovementAbsence of maintenance or improvement13 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Physical Component Score (PCS) Maintenance or ImprovementMaintenance or improvement86 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataHealth Survey; 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) - Physical Component Score (PCS) Maintenance or ImprovementAbsence of maintenance or improvement18 Participants
Secondary

Patient Satisfaction

Patient satisfaction was assessed by survey based on the response to the statement I am satisfied with the results of my surgery at 60 months. Answer options ranged from definitely true to definitely false.

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 143 subjects had evaluable treatment satisfaction data at 60 months.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscPatient SatisfactionMostly true22 Participants
Simplify DiscPatient SatisfactionMostly false2 Participants
Simplify DiscPatient SatisfactionDon't know3 Participants
Simplify DiscPatient SatisfactionDefinitely false0 Participants
Simplify DiscPatient SatisfactionDefinitely true116 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPatient SatisfactionDefinitely false1 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPatient SatisfactionDefinitely true77 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPatient SatisfactionMostly true24 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPatient SatisfactionDon't know4 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPatient SatisfactionMostly false1 Participants
Secondary

Physician's Perception

Results at 60 months were categorized by the physician's perception of the subject's condition (excellent, good, fair, or poor).

Time frame: Data through 24 months gathered in IDE (NCT03123549; start date 4/1/17). This PAS (start date 8/1/21) followed the same patient cohort through 60 months post-op. Comparison data from historical controls up to 60 months post-op is also reported

Population: While 144 Simplify Disc subjects completed the 60-month visit, 141 subjects had evaluable Physician's Perception of Results data at 60 months due to missed questionnaires.

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Simplify DiscPhysician's PerceptionGood10 Participants
Simplify DiscPhysician's PerceptionExcellent126 Participants
Simplify DiscPhysician's PerceptionFair5 Participants
Simplify DiscPhysician's PerceptionPoor0 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPhysician's PerceptionPoor1 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPhysician's PerceptionGood41 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPhysician's PerceptionFair8 Participants
ACDF: Historical ACDF control dataPhysician's PerceptionExcellent57 Participants

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026