Short vs long metal nails for hip bone metastasis
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares short and long metal rods placed inside the thigh bone to treat cancer that has weakened the bone near the hip. It aims to see which nail length is better for stability and outcomes after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have a threatened (impending) fracture in your thigh bone from cancer and doctors think a rod inside the bone is appropriate
- A surgical team can place one intramedullary (inside-the-bone) nail rather than a different more suitable option
- Your follow-up visits and study steps are something you can do and you agree to participate
- Your cancer involves the thigh bone area near the hip in a way that matches the study plan (not the femur head, pelvis, or too far down the bone)
- You can communicate in Chinese and understand the study instructions
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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