Quadriceps tendon vs hamstring tendon for ACL surgery in teens
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares using a quadriceps tendon graft versus a hamstring graft during ACL reconstruction in children and teens whose growth plates are still open. It aims to see which graft works better after ACL injury while accounting for ongoing bone growth.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Ages 10 to 18 years
- You have confirmed ACL injury/insufficiency by exam and imaging (MRI and/or arthroscopy pictures)
- Your growth plates are still open on X-ray/MRI, based on bone-age type imaging
- Your injury happened while you were active in sports (competitive or recreational)
- You can attend clinic visits and follow-up, and you/your parent/guardian can understand the site’s language
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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