New approach for managing acetabular fractures
A New Decisional Tree for the Management of Acetabular Fractures : Monocentric Observational Study
This study is trying to create a new guide for doctors on how to treat complex hip fractures to help patients recover better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Grenoble Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Grenoble) |
| Trial ID | NCT06338228 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on the management of acetabular fractures, which are complex injuries often occurring in polytraumatic contexts. It aims to develop a new decisional tree to guide treatment based on various fracture patterns and patient characteristics. The study will analyze pre-operative and post-operative imaging to assess outcomes and improve surgical strategies. By gathering data from a single center, it seeks to provide insights that could enhance the understanding and management of these challenging fractures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult patients with acetabular fractures who have the necessary pre-operative and post-operative imaging.
Not a fit: Patients with ipsilateral femoral fractures or associated pelvic ring fractures, as well as pregnant or lactating women, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment protocols for acetabular fractures, potentially reducing complications and the need for further surgeries.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been limited large-scale studies on acetabular fractures, this approach is novel and aims to fill gaps in existing literature.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patient at the time of injury * Acetabular fracture * Pre-operative standard X-ray image * Pre-operative CT image * Post-operative X-ray standard image (AP-alar and obturator views) * Post-operative CT scan. * Willingness and ability to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Ipsilateral fracture femoral and/or associated pelvic ring fracture (Floating Hip C or B) * Pregnant, lactating women * Subject under administrative or judicial supervision
Where this trial is running
Grenoble
- Grenoble Alpes University Hospital,La tronche — Grenoble, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mehdi PI BOUDISSA, Pr — Grenoble Alpes University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Mehdi BOUDISSA, Pr
- Email: MBoudissa@chu-grenoble.fr
- Phone: 04 76 76 96 93
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.