Comparison of CoCr Alloy and TiN Coating in TKA
Launched by MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF GRAZ · Jan 7, 2021
Trial Information
Current as of May 20, 2025
Withdrawn
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Rationale
The present double-blinded study was planned in order to assess whether differences in materials - using one otherwise similar TKA system - would have an effect on postoperative patient outcome. Moreover, metal ion levels will be measured in the blood stream preoperatively (as reference) and upon follow-up, based on previous observations that metal ion levels are increased in serum following TKA, without any relevant influence on outcome.
Aims
The aim of the present prospective study is to assess whether differences in tribological pairings - i.e. TiN-coating in comparison to C...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Knee osteoarthritis of index knee
- • Varus angle \< 15° of index knee
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Previous native knee infection of index knee
- • Previous distal femoral fracture of index knee
- • Previous proximal tibial fracture of index knee
- • Preceding osteotomy of index knee
- • Known allergies against metals, drugs, organic substances
- • Unicondylar prosthetic replacement of index knee
- • Knee osteoarthritis of both joints with planned simultaneous TKA
About Medical University Of Graz
The Medical University of Graz, a leading institution in Austria, is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care through innovative research and clinical trials. Renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, the university collaborates with various healthcare professionals and researchers to explore cutting-edge therapies and treatments. With a commitment to ethical standards and patient safety, the Medical University of Graz actively contributes to the global medical community by facilitating rigorous clinical trials that aim to translate scientific discoveries into practical applications for improved health outcomes.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Graz, , Austria
Patients applied
Timeline
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