Comparing two types of polyethylene in knee replacement surgery

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 study aims to compare the forgotten joint score between medial pivot polyethylene and ultra-congruent polyethylene used in total knee arthroplasty. It involves a prospective, randomized approach with parallel groups to assess the effectiveness of these two types of polyethylene in improving patient outcomes post-surgery. The study focuses on enhancing surgical techniques and implant designs to meet rising patient expectations regarding pain relief and mobility after knee replacement. Participants will undergo total knee arthroplasty with either type of polyethylene, and their recovery will be monitored to evaluate the differences in performance.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criteria :

* Subjects 18 to 90 years of age, eligible for a primary total knee replacement for gonarthrosis
* Competent subjects able to give informed consent to participate in the research
* Affiliation to the social security system

Exclusion criteria :

* Infection history of the knee to be replaced
* Deformity greater than 15 degrees
* Any surgical and/or anesthetic contraindication, or any condition deemed by the investigator to be incompatible with the research.
* Any contraindication mentioned in the instructions for use of the medical device
* Pregnant or breastfeeding women
* Recent infection history of the surgical site
* Adults who are subject to a legal protection measure or who are unable to express their constent (Article L1121-8 of the French Public Health Code) and subjects under judicial protection (article L. 1122-2 FPHC)
* Subjects who refuse to participate

Where it's running

• CHU de Clermont-Ferrand
  Clermont-Ferrand, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Stéphane DESCAMPS — University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand
• Study coordinator: Lise Laclautre
• Email: promo_interne_drci@chu-clermontferrand.fr
• Phone: 334.73.754.963

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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.