Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee: A Long-Term Observational Cohort

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This is a multi-site prospective cohort study enrolling patients with knee osteochondritis dissecans confirmed by imaging. Participants are followed for up to 50 years, with periodic quality of life and activity surveys and documentation of treatments and outcomes. No experimental intervention is given; care remains directed by the treating clinician. Surveys are completed at baseline and at 2, 5, 10, and 25 years, with options for remote completion when in-clinic visits are not possible. The goal is to understand disease courses, treatment options, and sports-related outcomes in athletic individuals.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of osteochondritis dissecans or focal articular cartilage defects as confirmed by x-ray or MRI

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-confirmed diagnosis (i.e. patient does not yet have imaging confirmation)

Where it's running

• University of Pennsylvania
  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: James L Carey, MD — University of Pennsylvania
• Study coordinator: Mounika Ponakala, MS
• Email: mounika.ponakala@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
• Phone: 6093343767

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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.