NCT07657039 USE LESS, a Comparative Cohort Study of Climate Change Impact From Orthopedic Surgery
| NCT ID | NCT07657039 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Karolinska Institutet |
| Condition | Environment |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 80 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-09-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-08-31 |
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 80 participants in total. It began in 2025-09-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-08-31.
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Brief Summary
A prospective comparative cohort study with the objective to quantify and compare carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) emissions from orthopedic surgeries performed in two different operating room (OR) settings using different sets of materials and staff.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The following surgeries will be included: release of carpal tunnel or trigger finger, wound revision or amputation of finger or toe, extraction of osteosynthesis material or suturing of extensor tendon (hand or foot) at Danderyd's Hospital. Exclusion Criteria: * None
Contact & Investigator
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07657039 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Environment. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07657039 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07657039 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at marianne.smith@regionstockholm.se for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07657039 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Stockholm, Sweden.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07657039 clinical trial?
NCT07657039 is sponsored by Karolinska Institutet. The trial plans to enroll 80 participants.