Treatment for hip fractures in patients with brittle bone disease
Management of Combined Fracture Neck of Femur and Femoral Deformity in Osteogenesis Imperfecta Patient
NA · Assiut University · NCT05878548
This study tests a new surgical method to help people with brittle bone disease heal better after a hip fracture.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 14 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Assiut University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Assiut) |
| Trial ID | NCT05878548 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on patients with osteogenesis imperfecta who have sustained a neck of femur fracture. The approach involves using a corrective osteotomy and an intramedullary telescoping nail, along with the Wagner technique for fracture fixation. The goal is to achieve stable fixation and promote solid healing in patients with fragility fractures. The study highlights the challenges of managing such fractures in osteogenesis imperfecta patients and aims to document the functional outcomes following the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta who have suffered a neck of femur fracture.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving bisphosphonate treatment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve recovery and quality of life for patients with osteogenesis imperfecta who experience hip fractures.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is relatively novel, similar studies have shown promising outcomes in managing fractures in osteogenesis imperfecta patients.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * OI Exclusion Criteria: * Not receiving Bisphosphonate
Where this trial is running
Assiut
- faculty of medicine Assiut university — Assiut, Egypt (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hesaham M Elbaseet, MD — Assiut University
- Study coordinator: Hesaham M Elbaseet, MD
- Email: drhesham20@aun.edu.eg
- Phone: +2001007780689
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.
Conditions: Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Osteogenesis imperfecta, fracture neck of femur, telescoping nail