Asymmetric Lack of Knee Flexion as a Symptom of DLM in Children (NCT04741269) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Asymmetric Lack of Knee Flexion as a Symptom of DLM in Children
France98 participantsStarted 2020-09-01
Plain-language summary
Highlighted during the clinical examination of a knee flexion asymmetry, and related to the intraoperative meniscal observations on DLM.
Search for a link between asymmetric bending defect and posterior shift in MCA-type DLM.
Analysis of all patients with symptomatic DLM.
Who can participate
Age range
0 Years – 18 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* \< 18 yo
* Symptomatic discoid lateral meniscus
Exclusion Criteria:
* Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD)
* Asymptomatic and partial DLM observed during arthroscopic exploration for other reasons
* Revision knee surgery
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This study focused on asymmetric lack of knee flexion as a sign of discoid lateral meniscus in children — if my child has uneven knee bending compared to the other leg, does that mean they should be evaluated specifically for a posterior meniscal shift or MCA-type discoid meniscus?
2Since this trial measured meniscal posterior shift during surgery as its main outcome, what does that mean for how my child's condition would need to be confirmed — would they require an operation or imaging before a diagnosis can be made?
3This study is now completed — has it produced findings that have changed how doctors clinically examine children for discoid lateral meniscus, and should my child's evaluation include this specific flexion comparison test?
4Since the trial involved children and a surgical finding, how would you weigh watchful waiting or non-surgical management against the risks of an undetected posterior meniscal luxation in my child's case?
5Are there other completed or ongoing studies on discoid lateral meniscus in children that you think are more relevant to my child's specific symptoms, or does the approach studied in this trial align with what you would recommend for them?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.