Evaluating torsional deformity in children after knee correction surgery
Official title: Residual Torsional Deformity in Pediatric Genu Varum After Coronal Plane Deformity Correction by 8 Plate Hemi Epiphysiodesis.
Run by Assiut University · NCT05334862 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing how well a new knee surgery helps young children with bow legs by looking at any twisting problems left after the surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 30 Months to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Assiut University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Asyut, Asyut Governorate) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 2025 |
| Main results expected | May 2025 |
| Study ends | May 2025 |
| Registry record updated | December 30, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05334862 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are skeletally immature children aged between 2.5 and 12 years diagnosed with genu varum.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are skeletally mature, have epiphyseal dysplasia, metabolic or neurologic disorders, or have experienced previous trauma 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 study evaluates the residual torsional deformity in children with genu varum following the correction of coronal plane deformities using an 8 plate hemi epiphysiodesis technique. The research focuses on understanding how effective this less invasive surgical method is in addressing both angular and torsional deformities around the knee. By measuring the torsional deformity after the surgical intervention, the study aims to fill a gap in existing literature regarding the outcomes of this procedure. The study includes skeletally immature patients aged between 2.5 and 12 years who present with genu varum, either unilaterally or bilaterally.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve surgical outcomes and treatment strategies for children with genu varum and associated torsional deformities.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on guided growth techniques, this specific evaluation of residual torsional deformity post-correction is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
\- Inclusion criteria: skeletally immature patients over 2.5 years of age and less than 12 years of age who presented with genu varum. (unilateral or bilateral) \- Exclusion criteria: 1. skeletal maturity. 2. epiphyseal dysplasia. 3. metabolic and neurologic disorders. 4. previous trauma. 5. patients younger than 2.5 years and older than 12 years old
Where it's running
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Assiut University Hospital
Asyut, Asyut Governorate, Egypt Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Andrew Boles, Resident doctor
- Email: andrewandrew44444@gmail.com
- Phone: 01225078186
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.