Rhizarthrosis Surgery and Functional Recovery: Arthroplasty vs. Trapezectomy (NCT06078189) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Rhizarthrosis Surgery and Functional Recovery: Arthroplasty vs. Trapezectomy
France50 participantsStarted 2023-11-24
Plain-language summary
Rhizarthrosis is a form of osteoarthritis that affects the trapeziometacarpal joint at the base of the thumb, which is more common in women over 50. Genetic and hormonal factors as well as the frequency of certain physical movements may contribute to its appearance. Surgical treatment is recommended if medical treatment fails, and trapezectomy is currently considered the standard method, although 3rd generation trapeziometacarpal prostheses are also available.
The aim of this study is to compare the clinical and radiographic results after surgical treatment of rhizarthrosis: prosthesis versus trapezectomy.
Who can participate
Age range
45 Years – 85 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. Age \>45 years
. Symptomatic trapezius-metacarpal osteoarthritis after failure of medical treatment ( night orthosis 3 months + failure of 2 infiltrations/year)
. Patient who has given his/her consent to participate in the study after being informed by the surgeon,
. Patient living in France and able to answer the survey alone.
. Subject affiliated to a social security system or beneficiary of such a system
. No participation in any other clinical study
Exclusion criteria
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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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