Knee replacement infection risk and soft tissue thickness
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at whether the amount of soft tissue (fat and skin) below the kneecap on an X-ray is a better predictor of infection after a full knee replacement than BMI alone. By joining, you help doctors understand who might be at higher risk, which could lead to better prevention strategies.
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Who can take part
- You had a total (full) knee replacement, not a partial one or a replacement of a previously replaced knee.
- Your surgery was done at Burnley General Hospital or Royal Blackburn Hospital between 1 November 2023 and 30 November 2024.
- You had a side-view X-ray of your knee before the surgery, so the thickness of your soft tissue can be measured.
- You have not asked to opt out of having your health data used for research.
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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