Assessment of surgical repair outcomes for proximal ACL tears over five years

5 Years' Follow-up Assessment of Surgical Repair for ACL Proximal Rupture

GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche · NCT06178497

This study looks at how well surgery works for people with torn ACLs over five years to see if they still have knee instability.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorGCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche (other)
Locations1 site (Lille, Choisir Une Région)
Trial IDNCT06178497 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study evaluates the long-term outcomes of surgical repair for isolated proximal anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures. It focuses on patients who underwent surgical intervention between January 2019 and July 2021, assessing the relapse rate of knee instability over a five-year follow-up period. The study considers various factors such as patient demographics, injury characteristics, and treatment history to provide a comprehensive understanding of surgical repair effectiveness. The findings aim to fill the gap in literature regarding modern ACL repair outcomes compared to traditional ligamentoplasty.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with isolated proximal ACL tears and no significant prior knee surgeries.

Not a fit: Patients with contralateral ACL tears or more severe ACL injuries (Sherman 3 or 4) may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of surgical repair for proximal ACL tears, potentially improving treatment strategies for patients.

How similar studies have performed: While numerous studies have focused on ACL ligamentoplasties, this specific approach to assessing modern ACL repair outcomes is relatively novel and underexplored.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient, male or female, aged ≥ 18 years
* Patient with no history of knee surgery except meniscal surgery
* Patient with an isolated proximal Sherman 1 or 2 ACL tear
* Patient with a proximal Sherman 1 or 2 ACL tear associated to a meniscal lesion
* Patient with a proximal ACL tear associated with an injury to the MCL or LCL grade 1 or 2 but not grade 3
* Patient whose period is less than 3 months between the date of the accident and the surgery
* Patient who received surgical repair between January 2019 and July 2021

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient with contralateral ACL tear
* Patient with ACL tear Sherman 3 or 4
* Patient with a surgical history on the knee concerned, other than meniscal surgery

Where this trial is running

Lille, Choisir Une Région

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: ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament Deficiency

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.