Single vs double implant for broken thigh bone near knee
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares using one implant versus two implants to fix a broken thigh bone near the knee in older adults or those with certain health conditions. It aims to see which approach helps people heal better and recover more quickly.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older, or you are between 18 and 60 with a health condition like osteoporosis, obesity, diabetes, or a severe bone break pattern.
- Your broken thigh bone near the knee is a type that can be fixed with a plate or a nail (your surgeon will decide if this is possible).
- The fracture happened within the last 14 days and is not part of a very severe open wound or multiple major injuries.
- You do not have a loose artificial joint, a hip replacement on the same side, or any other injuries to the same leg that would prevent walking.
- You can understand English or have a translator available, and you are willing to give your consent to participate.
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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