NCT06605482 Early Fixation for Diaphyseal Humeral Shaft Fractures in the Elderly Patients
| NCT ID | NCT06605482 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Fraser Orthopaedic Research Society |
| Condition | Humerus Shaft Fracture |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 94 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-11-07 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-09-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 94 participants in total. It began in 2024-11-07 with a primary completion date of 2027-09-30.
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Brief Summary
The study purpose is to evaluate whether early surgical fixation of upper arm fractures in elderly patients' age 65 years and older improves patient functional and psychological outcome scores compared to the standard of care with non-operative management.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Diaphyseal humeral shaft fracture (as defined as superior border of insertion of pectoralis major proximally, to the distal diaphysis) 2. Ambulatory (with or without the use of walking aides) Exclusion Criteria: 1. Fractures with intra-articular extension 2. Ipsilateral upper extremity injury 3. Patients with vascular injury 4. Brachial plexus injury 5. Compartment syndrome 6. Pathological fractures 7. Open fractures 8. Periprosthetic fracture 9. BMI \>40 10. Dementia or cognitive impairment that inhibits the collection of outcome measures 11. Likely problems, in the judgement of the investigator, with maintaining follow-up (i.e. patients with no fixed address, not mentally competent to give consent, intellectually challenged, patients without adequate support, etc.) 12. Inability to provide informed consent
Contact & Investigator
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06605482 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 65 Years or older, studying Humerus Shaft Fracture. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06605482 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06605482 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at kyrsten.butterfield@fraserhealth.ca for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06605482 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at New Westminster, Canada.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06605482 clinical trial?
NCT06605482 is sponsored by Fraser Orthopaedic Research Society. The trial plans to enroll 94 participants.