Dynamic Ultrasonography VS MRI in the Evaluation of Meniscal Lesions in Patients With an Indication for Arthroscopy

Launched by ISTITUTO ORTOPEDICO RIZZOLI · Nov 28, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is researching how well dynamic ultrasonography (a type of ultrasound that shows real-time movement) can diagnose meniscal injuries in the knee compared to MRI, which is another imaging test. The study is particularly focused on patients who are scheduled for knee surgery called arthroscopy, which is used to look inside the knee joint and treat issues. The goal is to see if the ultrasound can provide similar or better information about meniscal injuries than an MRI.

To participate in this study, you need to be between 18 and 60 years old and have a knee problem that requires arthroscopy. However, you won't be eligible if you have certain health conditions, such as cancer, severe obesity, or diabetes, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you join the study, you can expect to undergo both dynamic ultrasound and MRI tests to help the researchers understand which method works best for diagnosing knee injuries. The study is currently looking for participants, and anyone interested will need to provide informed consent to participate.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• Patients with an indication for knee arthroscopy with:
• • 1. Age between 18 and 60 years;
• • 2. Unilateral involvement;
• • 3. Presence of symptomatology such that dynamic ultrasound examination is precluded;
• • 4. Ability and consent of patients to actively participate in the study;
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients unable to express consent;
• • 2. Patients with malignant neoplasms;
• • 3. Patients with rheumatic diseases;
• • 4. Patients with diabetes;
• • 5. Patients with metabolic disorders of the thyroid gland;
• • 6. Patients abusing alcoholic beverages, drugs or medications;
• • 7. Body Mass Index \> 35;
• • 8. Pregnant or lactating women;