Assessing weight-bearing after pelvic ring fractures

Weight-bearing of Patients After Pelvic Ring Fracture: A Monocentric Observational Study

Observational University Hospital, Grenoble · NCT06481865

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 typeObservational
Enrollment250 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 100 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Grenoble Academic / other
Locations1 site (Grenoble)
Trial IDNCT06481865 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

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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

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.
Conditions Weight-bearing of Patients After Pelvic Ring Fracture
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