SCFE Longitudinal International Prospective Registry

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to develop a multi-centre database of Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) patients treated at international tertiary care hospitals. Additinoally, to compare theclinical, functional, and radiographic parameters related to SCFE in the context of treatment outcomes. and to examine the long-term outcome of prophylactically pinning the contralateral hip, specifically in regards to development of avascular necrosis

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Confirmed diagnosis of SCFE.
  • Intend to receiving follow-up at participating centre.
  • Less than 18 years old at time of admission.
  • Adequate diagnostic information and radiographic imaging (for patients previously treated for SCFE).

Exclusion Criteria:

  • No definitive diagnosis of SCFE.
  • Do not intend to receive follow-up at a participating centre.
  • Greater than 18 years old at time of admission.
  • Prior treatment for SCFE not appropriately documented.
  • Known or suspected underlying conditions (e.g., cerebral palsy, spina bifida, or osteogenesis imperfecta)

Eligibility last updated 8/18/22. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Emmanouil Grigoriou, M.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Angela Severson

(507) 538-3560

Severson.Angela2@mayo.edu

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Publications

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