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New treatment option for Patellar Instability
Official title Comparison of Dynamic and Static Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Operation Technique for Recurrent Patellar Dislocation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04849130
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is to evaluate whether the dynamic Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) reconstruction as described by Becher is a successful operation technique to prevent patella instability and restore quality of life. It is to assess and compare clinical and functional outcomes of dynamic and static medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 14 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients treated with isolated dynamic (operation procedure according to Becher et al.using the gracilis tendon) or static MPFL plastic (operation...
- Closed growth plates
You likely can't join if
- Combined procedures with trochleoplasty (high grade trochlea dysplasia, type Dejour C,D with clinical instability between 30° and 60° of knee flexion)
- combined procedures with cartilage transplantation
- High grade patellofemoral arthritis (Kellgren Lawrence score ≥3)
- combined procedures with femoral or tibial osteotomy
- Clinically eminent valgus axis (\>15° valgus)
- Femoral internal rotation \>20°, tibial external rotation \>40°
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients treated with isolated dynamic (operation procedure according to Becher et al.using the gracilis tendon) or static MPFL plastic (operation procedure according to Schöttle et al. using the gracilis tendon). MPFL...
- Closed growth plates
- Combined procedures with trochleoplasty (high grade trochlea dysplasia, type Dejour C,D with clinical instability between 30° and 60° of knee flexion)
- combined procedures with cartilage transplantation
- High grade patellofemoral arthritis (Kellgren Lawrence score ≥3)
- combined procedures with femoral or tibial osteotomy
- Clinically eminent valgus axis (\>15° valgus)
- Femoral internal rotation \>20°, tibial external rotation \>40°
- Instability of the cruciate or collateral ligaments
- Known significant musculoskeletal disease
- Cognitive impairment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Basel, Switzerland
- Rheinfelden, Switzerland
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 14 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Basel, Switzerland; Rheinfelden, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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