Assessing weight-bearing after pelvic ring fractures
Weight-bearing of Patients After Pelvic Ring Fracture: A Monocentric Observational Study
This study is testing how different surgical methods for pelvic ring fractures affect how soon and how well patients can start putting weight on their legs after surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Grenoble Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Grenoble) |
| Trial ID | NCT06481865 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on patients who have sustained pelvic ring fractures, which are known to have significant morbidity and mortality. It aims to evaluate the outcomes of different surgical management techniques, specifically comparing open reductions and internal fixations (ORIFs) with closed reductions and percutaneous fixations (CRPFs). The study will analyze the recovery process, particularly the timing and extent of weight-bearing activities post-surgery, to determine optimal rehabilitation strategies. Participants will be monitored through pre-operative and post-operative imaging to assess their recovery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults who have sustained a pelvic ring fracture and are willing to participate in the study.
Not a fit: Patients with ipsi-lateral fractures of the femoral or associated acetabulum, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation protocols for patients recovering from pelvic ring fractures.
How similar studies have performed: While there is existing literature on surgical techniques for pelvic ring fractures, this study's specific focus on weight-bearing outcomes is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patient at the time of injury * Pelvic ring fracture * Pre-operative X-rays * Pre-operative CT scan * Post-operative X-rays * Postoperative CT scan * Willingness and ability to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Ipsi-lateral fracture of the femoral and/or associated acetabulum (Floating Hip C or B) * Pregnant and breastfeeding women * People under guardianship, protected adults
Where this trial is running
Grenoble
- Grenoble Alpes university Hospital,La tronche — Grenoble, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mehdi PI BOUDISSA — Grenoble Alpes University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Mehdi PI BOUDISSA, Pr
- Email: MBoudissa@chu-grenoble.fr
- Phone: 0476769693
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.