Long-term outcomes of a wrist surgery for scapholunate instability

Evaluation of the Long-term Outcome of Dorsal Ligamentoplasty Reinforced With an Internal Brace in the Treatment of Scapholunate Instability

Observational GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche · NCT06493318

This study follows patients who had wrist surgery for scapholunate instability to see how well the treatment works and how it affects their wrist function and pain over five years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment35 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorGCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche Academic / other
Locations1 site (Marseille)
Trial IDNCT06493318 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study follows patients who have undergone dorsal ligamentoplasty reinforced with an internal brace to treat scapholunate instability. Participants will be monitored for five years post-surgery to evaluate the long-term outcomes of this surgical intervention. The study aims to gather data on the effectiveness and durability of the treatment in improving wrist function and reducing pain. It involves multiple centers to enhance the diversity and reliability of the findings.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 who have undergone the specified surgical procedure for scapholunate instability.

Not a fit: Patients with mental deficiencies or those under legal protection may not benefit from this study due to their inability to comply with the study protocol.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term effectiveness of a specific surgical technique for wrist instability, potentially improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach has been used in clinical practice, the specific long-term outcomes of this technique have not been extensively studied, making this a novel investigation.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient over 18 years old who has been informed about the study and has not objected to the use of their personal data
* Patient who has undergone dorsal ligamentoplasty reinforced with an internal brace for scapholunate instability

Exclusion Criteria:

* Mental deficiency or any other reason that may interfere with understanding or strict application of the protocol
* Patient under legal protection, guardianship, or conservatorship

Where this trial is running

Marseille

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 Wrist Disease
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