Artificial Intelligence in Trapeziometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis: Improving Assessment and Clinical Decision-Making

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This study is exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors better understand and manage thumb osteoarthritis, a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joint at the base of the thumb. Researchers are using existing X-ray and CT scan images from patients who have had thumb joint implants or other wrist conditions to develop new tools. These tools aim to automatically classify the severity of arthritis, track any movement of implants, and create detailed 3D images of the thumb joint, all to improve diagnosis and treatment decisions in the future.

The study will include adults of all genders who have had imaging done as part of their usual care, especially those who received a specific type of thumb implant or have wrist-related issues visible on X-rays. Since this study uses past imaging data, participants won’t need to undergo new tests or treatments. It’s important to know that the AI tools being developed are for research only right now and won’t be used in regular medical care until they are further tested and approved. This trial is not yet recruiting participants.

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