Plate over nail for fragile thigh bones
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a surgical technique (placing a metal plate over a nail) to strengthen fragile thigh bones that are deformed. It may help people with severe osteoporosis, brittle bone disease, or rickets who have a thigh bone deformity.
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Who can take part
- You have weak bones (osteoporosis) with a deformity in your thigh bone.
- OR you have osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) or rickets from vitamin D deficiency.
- You are fully grown (skeletally mature).
- You are currently receiving medical treatment for your condition.
- You have no allergies to the study medications, no nerve/muscle disease, and no previous injury or surgery to your leg.
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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