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Official title Wound Closure Materials and Techniques in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07439575
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This prospective randomized clinical study aims to evaluate the effects of different suture materials and wound closure techniques on wound healing, functional outcomes, and postoperative complications in patients undergoing total hip and knee arthroplasty. A total of at least 90 adult patients undergoing primary or aseptic revision lower extremity arthroplasty will be randomized into two groups according to the wound closure material and technique used.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 30 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 30 years
- Patients undergoing primary total hip arthroplasty or total knee arthroplasty
- Patients undergoing aseptic revision total hip or knee arthroplasty
- Surgery performed by the same surgical team
- Ability to provide informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Age \< 30 years
- Patients receiving immunosuppressive therapy
- Patients with complicated diabetes mellitus
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Arthroplasty performed due to malignancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 30 years
- Patients undergoing primary total hip arthroplasty or total knee arthroplasty
- Patients undergoing aseptic revision total hip or knee arthroplasty
- Surgery performed by the same surgical team
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Age \< 30 years
- Patients receiving immunosuppressive therapy
- Patients with complicated diabetes mellitus
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Arthroplasty performed due to malignancy
- Active or previous surgical site infection
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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, 30 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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