Ultrasound-assisted psoas tenotomy for hip injuries

Psoas Tenotomy Under Ultrasound

Not applicable Interventional Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · NCT06064136

This study is testing a new ultrasound-guided surgery to help people with hip pain after a hip replacement by fixing issues with a tendon that gets pinched.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment15 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nice, Alpes Maritimes)
Trial IDNCT06064136 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the use of ultrasound-assisted psoas tenotomy to address ilio-psoas conflict following total hip replacement. The procedure aims to alleviate pain caused by mispositioned acetabular components that interfere with the ilio-psoas tendon. By utilizing ultrasound guidance, the trial seeks to minimize scarring and reduce the need for complex surgical infrastructure. Previous cadaveric studies have confirmed the feasibility and safety of this technique, paving the way for its application in live patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who require psoas tenotomy due to complications after total hip replacement.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have contraindications to surgery will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a less invasive option for patients suffering from hip pain due to ilio-psoas conflict.

How similar studies have performed: While no studies have specifically described ultrasound-assisted psoas tenotomy, the feasibility of the technique has been confirmed in cadaveric studies, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria:

* Patients 18 years of age or older
* Indication of psoas tenotomy for ilio-psoas conflict after total hip replacement
* Signature of the written informed consent form by the patient
* Affiliation to a French health insurance scheme or equivalent

Non Inclusion criteria:

* Vulnerable people: pregnant or breast-feeding women (patients will undergo a pregnancy test: urinary test), adult under guardianship or deprived of freedom.
* Allergies to local anesthetics
* Patient on anticoagulant or antiplatelet agents
* Contraindication to surgery
* Refusal of patient involvement

Where this trial is running

Nice, Alpes Maritimes

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Hip Injuries
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