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NCT04716140 Prospective Study: The Effect on Clinical Outcome After Treatment of MTP Cartilage Lesions in Hallux Valgus Surgery

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NCT ID NCT04716140
Status Recruiting
Phase —
Sponsor Tom Lootens
Condition Hallux Valgus
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 99 participants
Start Date 2020-09-15
Primary Completion 2025-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 30 Years
Max Age 60 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Debridement of the MTP1 cartillage lesion and microfracture

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 99 participants in total. It began in 2020-09-15 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-31.

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Brief Summary

The aim of this study is to investigate the point or nonsense of treating cartilage lesions at the level of the first metatarsophalane joint. To date, no clear guidelines have been found in the literature with regard to the treatment of cartilage lesions at the MTP I joint during corrective surgery for hallux valgus, nor has it been investigated whether this can have an effect on the clinical outcome.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * hallux valgus Exclusion Criteria: * younger than 30 years, older than 60 years * extra pathologies other than hallux valgus

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT04716140 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 30 Years or older, up to 60 Years, studying Hallux Valgus. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT04716140 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT04716140 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Tom Lootens to inquire about joining.

Where is the NCT04716140 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Ghent, Belgium.

Who is sponsoring the NCT04716140 clinical trial?

NCT04716140 is sponsored by Tom Lootens. The trial plans to enroll 99 participants.

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