Examining long-term outcomes of complex hip surgeries

Long-term Outcomes of Complex Conversion Total Hip Arthroplasty

Observational University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · NCT06533020

This study looks at how well people do after having complex hip surgeries over time to see if their outcomes improve compared to earlier results.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment210 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Academic / other
Locations1 site (Chapel Hill, North Carolina)
Trial IDNCT06533020 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This research focuses on the long-term outcomes of complex and conversion total hip arthroplasty procedures. It employs both retrospective chart reviews and prospective in-person clinic visits to gather data. The study utilizes validated patient-reported outcome measures, including the Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (HOOS) and the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS), to analyze and summarize the outcomes over time. The goal is to assess changes in patient outcomes compared to previous findings at various follow-up intervals.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who have undergone a conversion total hip arthroplasty more than five years ago or a complex total hip arthroplasty more than ten years ago by a UNC Health-affiliated physician.

Not a fit: Patients under 18 years of age or those who are incarcerated will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term effectiveness and patient satisfaction following complex hip surgeries.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in evaluating long-term outcomes of hip arthroplasty, making this approach both relevant and supported by existing literature.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Having undergone a conversion total hip arthroplasty (THA) more than five years ago or a complex THA more than ten years ago done by a UNC Health-affiliated physician
* Willingness to receive follow-up care from a UNC Health-affiliated physician or provide outcome data regarding this surgical intervention
* Able to speak and read English
* Able to consent to participation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Less than 18 years of age
* Incarcerated status

Where this trial is running

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Arthroplasty Complications
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