Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 65 and up

Evaluating Joint Line Restoration in Severe Knee Osteoarthritis

Official title: The Adductor Ratio is More Reliable Than Other Techniques in Determining Joint Line in Severe Type M Varus Gonarthrosis

Run by Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi · NCT05936814 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing the best way to find the joint line in older patients with severe knee arthritis to improve their knee surgery results and overall satisfaction.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages65 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment68 (estimated)
SponsorSaglik Bilimleri Universitesi
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Ankara)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 1, 2021
Main results expectedJune 30, 2023
Study endsJanuary 31, 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 11, 2023
Trial IDNCT05936814 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients over 65 years old with varus alignment osteoarthritis of the knee.

Probably not a fit

Patients with post-traumatic or inflammatory types of osteoarthritis may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to determine the most effective method for identifying the joint line position in patients with severe varus deformity due to Type M gonarthrosis. By comparing two groups of patients with different types of gonarthrosis, the study will measure preoperative values against intraoperative reference values to enhance outcomes in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The focus is on achieving optimal alignment and soft tissue tension during TKA to reduce complications and improve patient satisfaction. The study will involve patients over 65 years of age who have varus alignment osteoarthritis of the knee.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications for patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

How similar studies have gone: While the approach of evaluating joint line restoration is common, the specific focus on severe varus deformity in Type M gonarthrosis is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients over 65 years of age
* Candidates with varus alignment osteoarthritis of the knee
* Patients with complete data set
* Patients who have agreed to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who did not provide consent to participate in the study
* Patients with post-traumatic osteoarthritis
* Patients with inflammatory type of osteoarthritis
* Patients with incomplete data set

Where it's running

  • Keçiören SUAM
    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.