Electrocautery vs. Scalpel in Joint Replacement Surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgical tools—electrocautery and a cold knife (scalpel)—to see which works better during joint replacement surgery. It aims to find the best way to make incisions, which could mean less bleeding and faster healing.
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Who can take part
- You need a hip or knee joint that must be replaced due to conditions like arthritis, avascular necrosis (bone death due to poor blood flow), or a broken hip.
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must be able to give your own consent to participate and follow the study's follow-up plan.
- You cannot have a serious infection or a bleeding disorder that could affect your surgery.
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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