Comparing single and dual implant methods for fixing distal femur fractures

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 clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of single versus dual implant fixation techniques in patients with specific types of distal femur fractures. The study focuses on understanding which surgical approach leads to better healing outcomes and a quicker return to daily activities for patients. Given the high rate of nonunion in these fractures, the research seeks to identify a method that could enhance recovery and reduce the need for additional surgeries. Participants will be monitored for their recovery progress and functional return post-surgery.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age greater than or equal to 18 years
* Surgically treated displaced distal femur extra articular or complete articular fractures

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with injury features that preclude treatment with 2 implants
* Patients unlikely to follow-up due to homelessness, or planning follow up at another institution
* Body Mass Index (BMI) \> 40
* Injury due to ground level fall
* Patient that speaks neither English or Spanish
* Patients with multisystem injuries that could preclude return to work
* \< 18 years of age
* Prisoner

Where it's running

• University of Alabama Birmingham
  Birmingham, Alabama, United States Recruiting
• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
  Los Angeles, California, United States Recruiting
• Emory University, Grady Memorial Research Hospital
  Atlanta, Georgia, United States Recruiting
• Atrium Health Navicent
  Macon, Georgia, United States Recruiting
• University of Maryland, Shock Trauma Center
  Baltimore, Maryland, United States Recruiting
• University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
  Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Laurence Kempton, MD — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
• Study coordinator: Rachel Seymour, PhD
• Email: Rachel.Seymour@advocatehealth.org
• Phone: 704.355.2000

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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.