Observational cohort for shoulder joint replacement outcomes
Prospective Evaluation of the Clinical and Economic Outcomes of Total Joint Replacement: HSS Shoulder Arthroplasty Cohort
This study is tracking patients who get shoulder joint replacements to see how well they do over time and what factors affect their recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hospital for Special Surgery, New York Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (New York, New York and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT00527839 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to create a prospective cohort of patients undergoing total shoulder arthroplasty at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) to evaluate long-term outcomes, predictors of success, and causes of failure. By systematically following these patients, the study seeks to gather valuable data that can inform future practices and improve patient care. The observational nature of the study allows for the collection of real-world data without altering the standard treatment protocols. This initiative addresses the gap in existing literature regarding long-term outcomes for shoulder replacements.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 and older who are scheduled to undergo total shoulder arthroplasty at HSS.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing shoulder arthroplasty or those with significant comorbidities that may affect surgery outcomes may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of shoulder arthroplasty outcomes, leading to improved patient care and surgical techniques.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been numerous studies on joint replacements, this specific cohort approach at HSS is relatively novel and aims to fill a critical gap in long-term outcome data.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older and undergoing total shoulder arthroplasty at HSS Exclusion Criteria: * No other exclusion criteria. Pregnant women are eligible for the registry as this is a non-interventional study which only involves filling out questionnaires.
Where this trial is running
New York, New York and 1 other locations
- Hospital for Special Surgery — New York, New York, United States (Recruiting)
- Hospital for Special Surgery — New York, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Robert Marx, MD — Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
- Study coordinator: Robert Marx, MD
- Email: marxr@hss.edu
- Phone: 212-606-1645
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.