Biobank for studying musculoskeletal disorders

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project aims to establish a biobank of biological material from patients with musculoskeletal disorders, which include conditions like osteoarthritis and bone tumors. By collecting waste materials from surgeries and treatments, the biobank will facilitate bio-molecular characterization studies to better understand these diseases. The research focuses on identifying new therapeutic targets and improving treatment options for both common and rare musculoskeletal conditions. This initiative is crucial for advancing knowledge in a field that significantly impacts patient quality of life.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients admitted to our Institute
* Patients aged ≥18 years
* Patients with osteoarthritis of hip or knee and rehabilitated in the institute
* Patients with primary and secondary tumors of the skeleton
* Patients undergoing prosthetic surgery following infection of the implant

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants aged \<18 years
* Participants unable to release the Informed Consent

Where it's running

• IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio (coordinator)
  Milan, Italy Recruiting
• Istituto Clinico San Siro (satellite center)
  Milan, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Giuseppe Banfi — IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi
• Study coordinator: Elena Cittera
• Email: elena.cittera@grupposandonato.it
• Phone: 00390283502224

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.