Comparing two plate types for mid-upper arm fracture surgery
This study compares two surgical techniques for fixing a break in the middle of the upper arm bone. It aims to find which approach leads to better healing and recovery for patients.
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Who can take part
- You have a broken upper arm bone in the middle section
- You have not had prior surgery on that arm
- You have not had a major arm injury in the past two weeks
- You do not have other fractures or tendon/ligament damage in the elbow or shoulder
- You do not have nerve damage or vascular problems in that arm
- You are able to understand and follow instructions
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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