Comparing hip labral repair and debridement outcomes
Arthroscopic Labral Repair Versus Debridement In Hip Labral Tears: A Prospective Comparative Study
This study is testing whether repairing or cleaning up a damaged hip labrum helps people with hip injuries feel better and recover faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ain Shams University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06288867 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the functional outcomes of hip arthroscopic labral repair versus debridement in patients with hip injuries, specifically focusing on acetabular labral tears and femoroacetabular impingement. Patients will undergo hip arthroscopy under general anesthesia, with careful monitoring and treatment of any associated labral, chondral, or bony pathologies. Functional assessments will be conducted preoperatively and at multiple postoperative intervals using standardized scoring systems to evaluate recovery and outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18 to 60 with femoroacetabular impingement and traumatic labral tears.
Not a fit: Patients with previous hip surgeries, hip joint dysplasia, or advanced osteoarthritis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the most effective surgical approach for improving hip function in patients with labral tears.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success rates for labral repair versus debridement, indicating that this comparison is relevant and necessary.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Sex: both sexes. * Age: 18 years - 60 years. * Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) including all types (cam, pincer, and combined). * Traumatic Labral tears Exclusion Criteria: * Previous hip surgery. * Hip joint dysplasia, defined by both center edge (CE) angles \<25 degrees and Acetabular Index angle \>10 degrees. * Osteoarthritis grade \>2 according to Tönnis classification.
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Ain Shams University — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Karim A Salem, MD — Ain Shams University
- Study coordinator: Karim A Salem, MD
- Email: karimatefsalem@gmail.com
- Phone: 1000017388
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.