This study is a randomized controlled trial comparing the use of two different surgical techniques--free-hand versus distal targeting jig-based for distal interlock screw--placement and their effects on total operative time and intraoperative radiation exposure.
Age range
18 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.
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.
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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.
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
Patient Radiation Exposure
Timeframe: During surgery: The first fluoroscopy shot for distal interlocking screw placement to final fluoroscopy shot confirming the final screw's placement
Total Screw Placement Time
Timeframe: During surgery: the first fluoroscopy shot to localize the jig or obtain a perfect circle (start) to the last shot to confirm complete seating of the screw (end time)
Measurement of Screw Placement Angle
Timeframe: Intraoperatively (at end of surgery)
Amount of Cumulative Radiation Exposure (in Grays)
Timeframe: During surgery: The first fluoroscopy shot for distal interlocking screw placement to final fluoroscopy shot confirming the final screw's placement