3D Titanium Plates for Mandibular Body Fracture Fixation (NCT07651059) | Clinical Trial Compass
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3D Titanium Plates for Mandibular Body Fracture Fixation
Egypt18 participantsStarted 2024-12-15
Plain-language summary
Mandibular body fracture pose significant challenges in maxillofacial surgery due to their frequency, potential for functional impairment, and aesthetic concerns. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) using titanium plates and screws have revolutionized the management of mandibular fractures.
Recent advancements in technology have led to the development of patient-specific 3D titanium implants, offering the potential for improved anatomical fit and stability. Moreover, the concept of low-profile implants has gained traction, aiming to minimize soft tissue irritation and enhance patient comfort postoperatively.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria:
* Age ranging between 20-60 years.
* Patients with mandibular body fractures requiring open reduction and fixation.
* Patients with good health (ASA-I and ASA-II) without any contraindication for surgery or anesthesia.
Exclusion criteria:
* Patients with pre-existing neurological or musculoskeletal disease.
* Patients with infected fractures.
* Patients with simultaneous condylar fracture.
* Patients with regional malignancy.
* Medically compromised patients.
* Patients with blood diseases or severe renal disorders. Patients refuse to share in the study
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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.