Comparing two surgical methods for treating complex ankle and tibial fractures in older adults
Tibio-talo-calcaneal Fusion by Hindfoot Nail Versus Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Treatment of Complex Fractures Distal Tibial and Fragility Ankle Fractures in Elderly
This study is testing which surgery works better for older adults with complex ankle and leg fractures: a special fusion technique or a traditional method.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Year to 2 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sohag University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sohag) |
| Trial ID | NCT06709365 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion using a hindfoot nail compared to open reduction and internal fixation for treating complex distal tibial fractures and fragility ankle fractures in elderly patients. The study aims to determine which surgical approach provides better outcomes in terms of recovery and functionality. Participants will be elderly individuals over 65 years old with specific types of fractures, and the trial will assess their surgical fit for the procedures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are elderly patients over 65 years old with complex distal tibial or fragility ankle fractures.
Not a fit: Patients with undisplaced unimalleolar ankle fractures, pathological fractures, or those under 65 years old may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and recovery for elderly patients with complex ankle and tibial fractures.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach may be novel, similar studies comparing surgical techniques for fracture treatment in elderly patients have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * pilon fractures complex distal tibial fractures ankle comminuted fractures age more than 65yrs osteoprotic fractures surgically fit patients Exclusion Criteria: Ankle fractures unimalleolar undisplaced Pathological fractures Young adults DVT Peripheral vascular diseases Age less than 65 Unfit patient for surgery \-
Where this trial is running
Sohag
- Sohag university hospitals — Sohag, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Amr A Mahmoud, Assistant lecturer
- Email: Amr.abdelgawad@med.sohag.edu.eg
- Phone: 01066180172
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.