Unreamed Intramedullary Tibial Nailing in Treatment of Open IIIa Diaphyseal Tibial Fractures in Adults

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Feb 26, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at a specific treatment for adults with a type of broken leg called a grade IIIa diaphyseal tibial fracture, which is a severe open fracture of the shin bone (tibia). The main goal is to see how well a method called "unreamed intramedullary nailing" works in helping these fractures heal without complications. The study also aims to find out how often people experience problems after the treatment and how well they can function afterward.

To participate in this trial, you need to have one of these specific fractures and be an adult who has finished growing. Unfortunately, if your fracture is infected or if you have other serious fractures in your knee or ankle area, you won't be eligible for this study. If you join, you can expect to be monitored closely as researchers gather information on how well the treatment works and how it affects your recovery. The trial is not yet recruiting participants, so it's still in the planning stages.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Open grade IIIa diaphyseal tibial fractures .
• • 2. Skeletaly mature patients .
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. late presentation and open infected fractures .
• • 2. Associated intraarticular fractures of proximal /distal tibia.