Cohort study on elderly patients with osteoporotic fractures
Senile Osteoporotic Fractures Cohort Study
This study is trying to gather information from over 2000 older patients who have had surgery for broken bones due to osteoporosis to better understand their condition and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Suzhou Municipal Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Suzhou, Jiangsu) |
| Trial ID | NCT05848167 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to collect and manage baseline and clinical information from over 2000 elderly patients who have undergone surgery for osteoporotic fractures. The research will focus on understanding the disease characteristics, risk factors, and outcomes associated with these fractures. By utilizing a collaborative prevention and treatment system and a medical record database, the study will conduct both short-term and long-term follow-up observations to improve diagnosis and treatment strategies. The goal is to enhance patient care and resource allocation in managing osteoporotic fractures in the elderly.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 65 and older who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 65, those with non-osteoporotic fractures, or individuals with Alzheimer's disease or bone tumors may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for elderly patients suffering from osteoporotic fractures.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been advancements in the treatment of osteoporotic fractures, this specific cohort study approach is relatively novel and aims to fill gaps in existing research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients ≥65 years old 2. Patients with osteoporosis 3. No gender limitation Exclusion Criteria: 1. \< 65 years old; 2. Non-osteoporotic fracture; 3. Alzheimer's disease; 4. Bone tumors.
Where this trial is running
Suzhou, Jiangsu
- Suzhou Municipal Hospital — Suzhou, Jiangsu, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hao Y feng, doctor
- Email: 13913109339@163.com
- Phone: 13913109339
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.