Research on Acute Compartment Syndrome
Acute Compartment Syndrome
This study looks at how to better diagnose and treat acute compartment syndrome in adults with certain types of serious leg fractures to see if surgery is needed.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hebei Medical University Third Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Shijiazhuang, Hebei) |
| Trial ID | NCT04529330 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on acute compartment syndrome (ACS), a serious condition that can arise from trauma, particularly in patients with specific types of tibial fractures. It aims to address the challenges in diagnosing and treating ACS, highlighting the controversies surrounding clinical assessment and pressure thresholds. The study will involve patients with Schatzker V and VI fractures who are over eighteen years old, and will assess the necessity of fasciotomy as a treatment intervention. By gathering data on these patients, the study seeks to improve understanding and management of ACS.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over eighteen years old with Schatzker V and VI tibial fractures.
Not a fit: Patients with pathologic fractures, extra-articular proximal tibial fractures, those under eighteen, or those treated with other implants will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols for acute compartment syndrome, potentially reducing complications and improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing debate regarding the diagnosis and treatment of acute compartment syndrome, this study addresses a critical gap in the literature, suggesting that it may be exploring untested or novel approaches.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Fracture patients with Schatzker V and VI, * Who were older than eighteen years. Exclusion Criteria: * The exclusion criteria were pathologic, extra-articular proximal tibial fracture, * Patients who was eighteen years or younger. * Patients treated with other implant, * underwent conservative management were also excluded.
Where this trial is running
Shijiazhuang, Hebei
- the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University — Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hou Zhiyong, Doctor — Hebei Medical University Third Hospital
- Study coordinator: Guo Jialiang, Doctor
- Email: drjlguo86@gmail.com
- Phone: 18203222090
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.