Incidence of Early Infection After Bipolar Hemiarthroplasty and Its Associated Factors in Fracture Neck of Femur
Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · May 23, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of February 19, 2025
Not yet recruiting
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ClinConnect Summary
Femoral neck fractures (FNF) have a significant incidence and a rising trend worldwide. FNF is associated with a high mortality and disability rate, decreasing the independence and quality of life for affected patients. Acute displaced intracapsular femoral neck fractures account for about half of all hip fractures, with the majority of these fractures in older patients being treated surgically with hip hemiarthroplasty(HA), total hip arthroplasty, or internal fixation. Hemiarthroplasty is also used to treat femoral neck nonunion, failed screw fixation, and pathological femoral neck fractur...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Patients with femoral neck fractures and treated by bipolar hemiarthroplasty.
- • Patients or their legal representative able to give informed consent.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Patients that received HA secondary to a failed internal fixation of a femoral neck fracture.
- • Patients with a pathological fracture due to malignancy.
About Assiut University
Assiut University, a prominent academic institution located in Egypt, is dedicated to advancing medical research and clinical trials that enhance healthcare outcomes. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, the university engages in a wide array of clinical studies across various disciplines, aiming to contribute valuable insights into disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Assiut University's commitment to ethical research practices and rigorous scientific methodology ensures the integrity and reliability of its clinical trials, ultimately benefiting both the local community and the global medical landscape.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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