Factors affecting healing of a child's ankle fracture
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at factors that affect how well a certain type of ankle fracture in children heals. It aims to improve outcomes for kids with this fracture.
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Who can take part
- You have a fresh fracture (within the last 7 days) that is closed (skin not broken).
- The fracture is of a specific type (Salter-Harris I or II) in the lower leg bone near the ankle.
- Only one limb is affected, with no other fractures or injuries, and the other leg is normal.
- You are still growing (growth plates open) and your bone maturity is at a certain stage (Risser 0-IV).
- You do not have any metabolic or genetic diseases, and you are able to give consent and return for follow-up.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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