Is Anterior Reversed Proximal Humeral Locking Plate System (PHILOS) a Safe Alternative to Convent… (NCT07645768) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Is Anterior Reversed Proximal Humeral Locking Plate System (PHILOS) a Safe Alternative to Conventional Posterior Double Plating in Extra-Articular Distal Shaft Humeral Fractures
Egypt68 participantsStarted 2025-12-01
Plain-language summary
Extra-articular distal-third humeral shaft fractures are difficult to treat because stable fixation must be achieved while minimizing soft-tissue injury and the risk of nerve damage. Posterior double plating is a commonly used technique but requires extensive surgical exposure and routine handling of the radial and ulnar nerves. Anterior reversed proximal humeral locking plate system (PHILOS) fixation has emerged as a potential alternative that may provide adequate stability with less soft-tissue disruption.
This randomized controlled trial compares anterior reversed PHILOS plating with conventional posterior double plating in adult patients with extra-articular distal-third humeral shaft fractures. The study evaluates functional outcome using the Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS) as primary outcome. Sexondary outcomes include: fracture union, operative parameters, range of motion, and complications including nerve injury, infection, and postoperative stiffness.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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. AO/OTA type 12-A (simple) or 12-B (wedge) fracture.
. Closed fracture.
. Isolated injury.
. Presentation within 14 days of injury.
. Ability to provide informed consent and comply with follow-up.
Exclusion criteria
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