Evaluating radiological criteria for stability in wrist fractures

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 observational study investigates the radiological criteria that can indicate whether a dorsally displaced distal radius fracture remains stable after closed reduction. It focuses on patients aged 18 to 65 years and aims to establish criteria that could help determine if surgical intervention is necessary. The study involves X-ray imaging after three months and CT scans the day after the closed reduction procedure to assess fracture stability. The goal is to improve treatment decisions and outcomes for patients with wrist fractures.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criterias:

* 18-65 years old, living in Oslo/surroundings (available for follow-up)
* AO class A2/3 or C1/C2 fractures
* Dorsally displaced fracture of the distal radius (minimum VLDV more than100 or ulnar variance more than 2 mm compared to healthy side before reduction) with or without PSU fracture
* Reduced to an acceptable position (VLDV 75-95 degrees, RIV more than 15 degrees, ulnar variance more than 2 mm, step/diastasis in the joint surface less than 2 mm)

Exclution criterias:

* Volar comminution (AO A3.3), step/diastasis more than 2 mm before reduction
* Ad latus more than 2 cortex widths after reduction
* Bilateral fractures
* Open fractures
* Previous wrist fracture in adulthood
* Still open growth disc on X-ray
* Antebrachium or carpal fracture
* Ligament damage in the root of the hand or DRUJ
* Lack of compliance (dementia, psychiatry/drug abuse, etc.)
* Language problems
* Rheumatoid arthritis or other systemic disease that can affect the result

Where it's running

• Oslo University Hospital, Aker, Oslo Skadelegevakt
  Oslo, Oslo, Norway Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Lene B. Solberg, PhD MD — Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
• Study coordinator: Lene B. Solberg, PhD MD
• Email: l.b.solberg@gmail.com
• Phone: +47 97669950

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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.