Elastic Nails for Upper Shin Fractures in Children
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a surgical technique using special elastic nails inserted from the bottom to fix fractures near the top of the shin bone in children. It may help children heal faster with fewer complications.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 4 and 12 years old.
- They have a fracture in the upper third of the shin bone (tibia).
- The fracture is closed (skin intact) or open with only minor skin damage (Gustillo grade I or II).
- The fracture is not caused by a bone disease (e.g., tumor or infection).
- The fracture is not severely open (Gustillo grade III).
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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