Long-term follow-up for a new ankle replacement (U.S. only)
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study checks how well an Exactech total ankle replacement works over many years. You may be asked to complete follow-up forms for up to 10 years to help track safety and outcomes.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are getting a total ankle replacement (ankle joint replacement).
- You are fully grown (about age 21 or older at the time of surgery).
- You can understand and complete follow-up paperwork and consent forms.
- You can stay reachable and available for follow-up visits/forms for up to 10 years.
- Your surgeon feels ankle replacement is appropriate for your diagnosis.
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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