Comparing one versus two implants for thigh bone breaks
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial is testing whether using two metal implants to fix a broken thigh bone (near the knee) works better than using just one. It aims to help patients with certain types of fractures that need surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a broken thigh bone near the knee that requires surgery
- The break must be completely displaced (bones are out of place) or a joint fracture
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You can speak English or Spanish
- You do not have a BMI over 40
- Your injury is not from a simple ground-level fall
- You are not a prisoner
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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