Arthroscopic treatment for knee injuries in children and adolescents

Arthroscopic Treatment of Meniscal Lesions on Healthy Meniscus in Children and Adolescents: Diagnostic Circumstances, Treatment and Results

University Hospital, Strasbourg, France · NCT06313424

This study tests whether a knee surgery called arthroscopic repair can help kids and teens with specific knee injuries feel better and recover more effectively compared to other treatment options.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment120 (estimated)
Ages1 Year to 17 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Strasbourg, France (other)
Locations1 site (Strasbourg)
Trial IDNCT06313424 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study examines the outcomes of arthroscopic repair for isolated meniscal lesions in children and adolescents, focusing on how these treatments can influence the functional prognosis of the knee. It aims to determine the effectiveness of restorative treatments, particularly meniscal sutures, compared to non-conservative options like meniscectomy. The research will analyze data from patients treated at Strasbourg University Hospital over a 12-year period to identify factors that affect treatment success.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are minors under 18 years old who have undergone meniscal repair surgery at Strasbourg University Hospital.

Not a fit: Patients with discoid meniscus lesions or those who have opted out of data reuse for research purposes may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment protocols for pediatric knee injuries, enhancing recovery and long-term knee function in young patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with arthroscopic approaches for meniscal repairs, suggesting this methodology is supported by existing literature.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Minor subject under 18 years old
* Subject operated on at Strasbourg University Hospital for repair of lesions on healthy meniscus during the period from February 1, 2010 to September 30, 2022.
* Absence of written opposition in the medical file of the subject (and/or their legal representative if applicable) to the reuse of their data for scientific research purposes.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of opposition from the subject (and/or their legal representative if applicable) to the reuse of their data for scientific research purposes.
* Subject with lesion on discoid meniscus
* Incomplete or unusable clinical file

Where this trial is running

Strasbourg

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Knee Injuries, Meniscus, Pediatric traumatology

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.