CompletedNot Applicable

Anterior Screw Fixation Versus Halo Immobilization of Type II Odontoid Fractures in Geriatric Patients With Increased Anesthesia Risk

80 participantsStarted 2008-04

Plain-language summary

The management of type II odontoid fractures in geriatric trauma victims remains a source of substantial controversy. The purpose of this study was to compare anterior screw fixation with halo-vest-immobilization in patients with type II odontoid fractures.

Who can participate

Age range

65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * patients aged 65 years or older with an ASA (= American society of anesthesiologists) score of 2 or higher * complete sets of collected data and a follow-up monitoring of at least five years Exclusion Criteria: * type III odontoid fractures * patients with incomplete data sets * patients with penetrating mechanism of injury or congenital cervical spine anomalies

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

neurological deficits

Timeframe: at least 60 months follow up

radiographic outcome (documentation of boney union)

Timeframe: at least 60 months follow up

Trial details

NCT IDNCT02432495

SponsorMedical University of Vienna

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2014-01

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Who can participate

Age range

65 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.