Comparing two types of plastic knee implants for replacement
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two different types of plastic knee implants (polyethylene) used in total knee replacement surgery. The goal is to see which one works best for patients with knee arthritis.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 90 years old.
- You need a first-time total knee replacement because of arthritis in the knee (gonarthrosis).
- You can understand the study and give your own consent to participate.
- You are covered by the French social security system.
- You do not have any of the following: a current or past knee infection, a knee deformity greater than 15 degrees, or any other condition that makes surgery unsafe.
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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