The Hip Fracture Surgical Approach Trial

Launched by DIAKONHJEMMET HOSPITAL · Nov 21, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

The Hip Fracture Surgical Approach Trial (HIFSAT) is a study designed to compare two different surgical methods for treating patients with a specific type of hip fracture, known as a femoral neck fracture. The trial will look at the traditional surgery called the direct lateral approach and a new technique called the muscle-sparing approach (SPAIRE). The goal is to see which method may offer better outcomes for recovery.

To participate in this trial, you need to be over 50 years old and have a femoral neck fracture that requires a type of surgery called hemiarthroplasty, which involves replacing the damaged part of your hip joint. Unfortunately, if you have had a hip implant in the same hip before, or if you are not expected to survive for more than a week, you won't be eligible to join. If you choose to participate, you can expect to be part of a study that aims to improve hip fracture surgery and recovery for future patients. The trial is currently recruiting participants of all genders.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Femoral neck fracture
• • Clinical indication for hemiarthroplasty
• • Age over 50 years
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Previous hip implants in the same hip
• • Patients assessed to be in a terminal state with an expected survival of less than 1 week
• • Other factors that makes follow-up impossible