Intraoperative Energy Use During ACL Surgery

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 prospective observational study measures the intraoperative energy expenditure and physiological workload of surgeons during ACL reconstruction surgeries. It compares isolated ACL reconstructions, ACL reconstructions with anterolateral ligament reconstruction, and ACL procedures with meniscal treatment. Data are collected using a wearable Hexoskin shirt worn by the surgeon to quantify energy use during different surgical components. The goal is to see if adding ALL reconstruction or meniscal work increases surgeon workload.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients undergoing primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
* Unilateral ACL rupture confirmed by clinical examination and MRI
* Surgery performed by the participating surgeon wearing the Hexoskin device
* Ability to provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Revision ACL reconstruction
* Multiligament knee reconstruction
* Bilateral knee surgery
* Concomitant procedures other than ACL reconstruction, ALL reconstruction, meniscal repair, or partial meniscectomy
* Incomplete intraoperative Hexoskin recording
* Conversion or interruption of the planned surgical procedure

Where it's running

• Vito Fazzi Hospital
  Lecce, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jacopo Conteduca, md
• Email: conteduca85@gmail.com
• Phone: 0039 3332280645

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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.