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Compares treatment options for Articular Fractures
Official title Single Versus Dual Implant Fixation of Distal Femur Fractures
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06286670
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to compare two types of surgical fixation in patients with specific kinds of distal femur fractures. The main questions it aims to answer is which operation for distal femur fractures is better for efficient return to work and everyday activities.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age greater than or equal to 18 years
- Surgically treated displaced distal femur extra articular or complete articular fractures
You likely can't join if
- Patients with injury features that preclude treatment with 2 implants
- Patients unlikely to follow-up due to homelessness, or planning follow up at another institution
- Body Mass Index (BMI) \> 40
- Injury due to ground level fall
- Patient that speaks neither English or Spanish
- Patients with multisystem injuries that could preclude return to work
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age greater than or equal to 18 years
- Surgically treated displaced distal femur extra articular or complete articular fractures
- Patients with injury features that preclude treatment with 2 implants
- Patients unlikely to follow-up due to homelessness, or planning follow up at another institution
- Body Mass Index (BMI) \> 40
- Injury due to ground level fall
- Patient that speaks neither English or Spanish
- Patients with multisystem injuries that could preclude return to work
- \< 18 years of age
- Prisoner
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Birmingham, Alabama, United States
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- Macon, Georgia, United States
- New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- New York, New York, United States
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
- Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
- Concord, North Carolina, United States
- Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
- Greenville, South Carolina, United States
- Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Galveston, Texas, United States
- Fairfax, Virginia, United States
- Winchester, Virginia, United States
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Birmingham, Alabama, United States; Los Angeles, California, United States; Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Macon, Georgia, United States; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States; Baltimore, Maryland, United States and 10 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.