Observing outcomes after knee ligament reconstruction
Prospective Follow-up Study of Patients Undergoing Knee Ligament Surgery
This study looks at people who had knee ligament surgery to see how well they're doing and if they experience re-injuries or arthritis over the next 20 years.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 7000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fonds de Dotation pour la Recherche Clinique en Orthopédie et Pathologie du Sport Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Paris) |
| Trial ID | NCT02511158 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study examines patients who have undergone reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament and/or other knee ligaments to evaluate the rates of re-injury and functional outcomes at least two years post-surgery. The study aims to identify the incidence of re-tears and assess the development of osteoarthritis in the knee over a 20-year follow-up period. By collecting data on these outcomes, the study seeks to provide insights into the long-term effectiveness of various surgical techniques used in ligament reconstruction.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who have experienced a tear of one or multiple knee ligaments and have undergone surgical reconstruction.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone ligament reconstruction or those who refuse participation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help improve surgical techniques and rehabilitation protocols for knee ligament injuries, leading to better long-term outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in evaluating outcomes after knee ligament reconstruction, making this approach well-established in the field.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * One ligament or multi-ligaments tear of the knee * Surgery reconstruction with any technique Exclusion Criteria: * Patient refusal
Where this trial is running
Paris
- Centre Médico-Chirurgical Paris V (CMCV) — Paris, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Shahnaz Klouche, MD
- Email: klouche_shahnaz@yahoo.fr
- Phone: +33628350478
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.