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Efficacy of Ultrasound in Evaluating Occult Fractures

Completed
Conditions
Fractures, Occult
Registration Number
NCT00367848
Lead Sponsor
Hadassah Medical Organization
Brief Summary

The purpose of the study is to examine the efficacy and accuracy of Ultrasound in evaluating occult fractures. We want to examine it on children that suffer from suspected fractures of the foot and ankle and the results of the x-ray are either negative or inconclusive.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
50
Inclusion Criteria
  • boys and girls aged <=15 years
  • suspected fracture of the wrist or ankle (no later than one week after the injury)
  • negative or inconclusive x-ray
Exclusion Criteria
  • unwillingness to sign informed consent

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Hadassah Medical Organization

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Jerusalem, Israel

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