A Study of Outcomes in Patients With Fractured Neck of Femur During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Launched by BARTS & THE LONDON NHS TRUST · May 4, 2020
Trial Information
Current as of April 27, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Many elderly patients admitted to hospitals during the evolving COVID-19 pandemic after falls or being generally unwell, were considered to have a possible diagnosis of COVID-19. This was extremely relevant to the subgroup of patients who suffered from fractured neck of femurs during this time, with most of them elderly, frail, and more likely to have multiple co-morbidities. COVID-19 was considered a precipitating factor for falls, but also anecdotally, an indicator of potentially poor recovery and rehabilitation.
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Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Fractured neck of femur
- • Received operative intervention for fractured neck of femur
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • open fracture
- • fracture of femoral shaft
- • periprosthetic fracture
- • revision surgery
About Barts & The London Nhs Trust
Barts and The London NHS Trust is a leading healthcare organization in the United Kingdom, renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality clinical care, research, and education. As a prominent sponsor of clinical trials, the Trust is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes through innovative research initiatives. With a focus on patient safety and ethical standards, Barts and The London NHS Trust collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to explore cutting-edge therapies and interventions across various medical fields, ensuring that trial participants receive the highest level of care and support throughout their involvement.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
London, , United Kingdom
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Babar Kayani, MBBS
Principal Investigator
Barts & The London NHS Trust
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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