Cultural adaptation of a frailty assessment tool for hip fracture patients in Greece
Translation and Cultural Adaptation of the Greek Version of the Groningen Frailty Indicator (GFI) in Patients With Hip Fracture; a Prospective Cohort Study
This study is testing a new version of a frailty questionnaire to see if it works well for older Greek patients who have had hip fractures, helping doctors better understand their health needs.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 89 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Thessaly Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Larissa) |
| Trial ID | NCT05091645 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on translating and culturally adapting the Groningen Frailty Indicator (GFI) questionnaire for Greek patients who have suffered a hip fracture. It aims to address the growing concern of frailty among the elderly, which can lead to poor health outcomes and increased healthcare demands. By following the ISPOR guidelines, the study will ensure that the GFI is both reliable and valid for the Greek population, facilitating better assessment and management of frailty in this demographic. The research will involve adult patients over 65 years old who are undergoing surgery for hip fractures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 65 years old with hip fractures who are able to communicate and consent to participate.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with severe cognitive dysfunction or those who are institutionalized.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the identification and management of frailty in elderly hip fracture patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully adapted similar assessment tools for different populations, indicating a promising approach for this adaptation.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * adult patients over 65 years old with hip fractures undergoing surgery * an ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) PS (physical status) I to III * non-institutionalized * able to communicate orally or in writing * consent to participate Exclusion Criteria: * refused to participate * pathological hip fractures * institutionalized * patients with hip fracture treated conservatively * patients with severe cognitive dysfunction * patients with insufficient knowledge of the Greek language
Where this trial is running
Larissa
- University of Thessaly — Larissa, Greece (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Eleni Arnaoutoglou, MD, PhD — University of Thessaly
- Study coordinator: Eleni Arnaoutoglou, MD, PhD
- Email: earnaout@gmail.com
- Phone: +306974301352
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.