Comparing unipolar and bipolar interlocking techniques for humeral shaft fractures
Unipolar Versus Bipolar Interlocking in Humeral Shaft Fractures in Adults
This study is testing whether two different surgical techniques for fixing arm fractures work better than each other in helping adults heal and avoid complications.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 390 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Dijon) |
| Trial ID | NCT05877014 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of unipolar interlocking versus bipolar interlocking techniques in treating humeral shaft fractures in adults. The study will involve patients who require surgical treatment with intramedullary nailing and will assess the consolidation of the fracture within 12 months, as well as the occurrence of complications such as malunion or nonunion. Participants will be monitored through questionnaires and scans to evaluate their recovery and outcomes. The trial is conducted under strict eligibility criteria to ensure the safety and relevance of the findings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with a diagnosed humeral shaft fracture requiring surgical intervention.
Not a fit: Patients with pathologic fractures, brachial plexus injuries, or those undergoing revision surgery for humeral fractures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical techniques that enhance recovery and reduce complications for patients with humeral shaft fractures.
How similar studies have performed: While there is existing research on intramedullary nailing techniques, the specific comparison of unipolar versus bipolar interlocking in this context is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient with written consent * Patient ≥18 years of age with a diagnosis of humeral shaft fracture (all types in the AO classification) requiring surgical treatment with intramedullary nailing Exclusion Criteria: * Person not affiliated to national health insurance * Patient unable to attend all study visits * Patient with a pathologic fracture * Patient with a post-traumatic brachial plexus injury at the time of inclusion * Patient under court protection, guardianship or legal guardianship * Pregnant, parturient or breastfeeding woman * Patient admitted for revision surgery of a humerus fracture (insufficient healing or complication) * Patient with an acute or chronic, unstable or poorly controlled disease that may interfere with the evaluation of the study objective, as determined by the investigator.
Where this trial is running
Dijon
- Chu Dijon Bourgogne — Dijon, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Pierre MARTZ
- Email: pierre.martz@chu-dijon.fr
- Phone: 0380293307
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.