Evaluating the link between oral health and diet in orthopedic surgery patients
Study of the Relationship Between Dietary Aspects and Oral Hygiene in Patients Undergoing Orthopedic Surgery
This study looks at how oral health and eating habits affect older adults who are having major orthopedic surgeries like hip or knee replacements.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 64 (estimated) |
| Ages | 55 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | I.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Milan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06327854 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates how oral health status correlates with dietary habits in 64 adults undergoing major elective orthopedic surgeries, such as hip, knee, or spine operations. By assessing both objective measures of oral health and self-reported dietary information, the study aims to uncover potential relationships that could influence patient outcomes. Participants must be aged 55 or older and provide informed consent to take part in the study.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 55 and older who are scheduled for major elective orthopedic surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with neuropsychiatric diseases or developmental disorders may not benefit from this study due to their inability to follow the study protocol.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of how oral health impacts recovery in orthopedic surgery patients, potentially leading to improved preoperative dietary recommendations.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific relationship between oral health and diet in orthopedic surgery has not been extensively studied, related research in other fields has shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥55 * Male and female gender * Major elective orthopedic surgery (hip, knee, spinal) * Signature of the informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to follow the study protocol * Neuropsychiatric disease, developmental disorders
Where this trial is running
Milan
- I.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio — Milan, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Matteo Briguglio — I.R.C.C.S Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio
- Study coordinator: Elena Cittera
- Email: elena.cittera@grupposandonato.it
- Phone: 00390283502224
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.