Post-Operative Mobility after Operative Fixation of Geriatric Distal Femur Fractures

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is determine which fixation construct affords better mobility and return to functional independence for patients after operative fixation of a distal femur fracture.

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:

Patients ≥ 60 years old who sustain a low energy distal femur fracture (AO-OTA 33A-C) and can give informed consent will be included.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with neuromuscular pathology that precludes safe or normal ambulation, metastatic disease, major psychiatric illness, or active drug or alcohol abuse.

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 8/22/23. 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 Krystin Hidden, M.D.	Open for enrollment	Contact information: Christine Deml CCRP (507) 266-0984 Deml.Christine@mayo.edu

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Krystin Hidden, M.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Christine Deml CCRP

(507) 266-0984

Deml.Christine@mayo.edu

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