Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 7 and up

Observing outcomes after knee ligament reconstruction

Official title: Prospective Follow-up Study of Patients Undergoing Knee Ligament Surgery

Run by Fonds de Dotation pour la Recherche Clinique en Orthopédie et Pathologie du Sport · NCT02511158 · Data updated 2026-11-12

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 typeObservational
Ages7 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment7000 (estimated)
SponsorFonds de Dotation pour la Recherche Clinique en Orthopédie et Pathologie du Sport
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Paris)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 2012
Main results expectedSeptember 2032
Study endsSeptember 2052
Registry record updatedJuly 27, 2020
Trial IDNCT02511158 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a 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.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have not undergone ligament reconstruction or those who refuse participation may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

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.

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 gone: Other studies have shown success in evaluating outcomes after knee ligament reconstruction, making this approach well-established in the field.

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

  • Centre Médico-Chirurgical Paris V (CMCV)
    Paris, France
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.