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Early Fixation for Diaphyseal Humeral Shaft Fractures in the Elderly Patients

Canada94 participantsStarted 2024-11-07

Plain-language summary

The study purpose is to evaluate whether early surgical fixation of upper arm fractures in elderly patients' age 65 years and older improves patient functional and psychological outcome scores compared to the standard of care with non-operative management.

Who can participate

Age range

65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

. Diaphyseal humeral shaft fracture (as defined as superior border of insertion of pectoralis major proximally, to the distal diaphysis)
. Ambulatory (with or without the use of walking aides)

Exclusion criteria

. Fractures with intra-articular extension
. Ipsilateral upper extremity injury
. Patients with vascular injury
. Brachial plexus injury
. Compartment syndrome
. Pathological fractures
. Open fractures
. Periprosthetic fracture

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.

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

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.

What they're measuring

American Shoulder and Elbow Score

Timeframe: Enrolment to 12 months post treatment

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06605482

SponsorFraser Orthopaedic Research Society

Sponsor typeNETWORK

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-09-30

Contact for this trial

Kyrsten Butterfield, BSc

604-553-3247 kyrsten.butterfield@fraserhealth.ca

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