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New treatment option for Varus-Derotation Osteotomy Surgery
Official title Pediatric Outcomes and Recovery With Peri-Operative Iron Supplement Evaluation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07095244
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Varus-derotation osteotomy (VDRO) is a surgery to prevent or address hip displacement in children. Many children having this surgery have cerebral palsy or other neuromotor disorders, who have a higher rate of malnutrition, including low iron or anemia.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 0 to 18
You may be able to join if
- All patients scheduled for VDRO and/or pelvic osteotomy surgery (prospective cohort)
- All patients who had VDRO and/or pelvic osteotomy surgery between February 2022 and December 2024 (historical cohort)
- Ages 0-18 years old Note that the investigators will include patients who do or do not have a diagnosis of a neuromotor condition. The investigators...
You likely can't join if
- Patients who have undergone a major surgical intervention in the last 3 months
- Patients who have received a nutritional intervention that includes iron testing and treatment within the last 3 months
- Patients in whom oral/enteral iron supplementation is contraindicated
- Patients who have a bleeding disorder
- Patients taking erythropoietin
- Patients who cannot read and understand English\
See the full eligibility criteria
- All patients scheduled for VDRO and/or pelvic osteotomy surgery (prospective cohort)
- All patients who had VDRO and/or pelvic osteotomy surgery between February 2022 and December 2024 (historical cohort)
- Ages 0-18 years old Note that the investigators will include patients who do or do not have a diagnosis of a neuromotor condition. The investigators may not include patients who are enrolled in other conflicting...
- Patients who have undergone a major surgical intervention in the last 3 months
- Patients who have received a nutritional intervention that includes iron testing and treatment within the last 3 months
- Patients in whom oral/enteral iron supplementation is contraindicated
- Patients who have a bleeding disorder
- Patients taking erythropoietin
- Patients who cannot read and understand English\
- Patients and their families who cannot read and understand English will be excluded from the study because the surveys and interviews are conducted in English. These patients will still have access to the same nutrition...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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, 0 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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