Metal Ion Concentrations After Total Knee Arthroplasty

Launched by MAYO CLINIC · Jun 3, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at the levels of metal ions in the blood of patients after they have undergone total knee replacement surgery. There are two types of surgeries being compared: one that uses advanced robotic assistance and another that uses traditional cutting guides. The goal is to see how these different methods affect the amount of metal in the bloodstream after surgery.

To participate in this study, you need to be an adult who is planning to have either type of knee surgery and willing to give your consent to join the trial. However, if you have had any previous knee surgeries, have metal implants from past injuries, or weigh less than 110 pounds, you won't be eligible. If you join, you can expect to have your blood tested for metal levels at certain points after your surgery, which will help researchers understand the effects of these different surgical approaches. This trial is currently looking for participants, so if you meet the criteria and are interested, you might want to consider joining.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adults undergoing conventional or robotic-assisted TKA
• • Consent to the study
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients who have undergone any previous arthroplasty procedures.
• • Patients with metal implants, such as plates, nails, and screws, used in the repair of traumatic injuries.
• • Patients below 110 pounds.