Comparing plates vs wires for broken kneecap surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to surgically fix a broken kneecap (patella): using a plate and screws versus using wires. It aims to find which method leads to better healing and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a broken kneecap that is closed (no open wound) and the fracture pieces are shifted more than 2 millimeters.
- You have not had any previous knee surgery.
- You do not have a severe knee arthritis, stroke, or other serious health condition that would make surgery unsafe.
- You are able to walk independently before the fracture and can give consent for the study.
Quick eligibility check
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