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Single versus double coracoclavicular loop stabilization for unstable distal clavicular fractures, a randomized controlled trial

Phase 4
Completed
Conditions
distal clavicular fracture
clavicle, fracture, unstable, coracoclavicular, stabilization, fixation,
Registration Number
TCTR20230619001
Lead Sponsor
Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital
Brief Summary

Both single and double CC loop stabilization groups demonstrated good functional outcomes with high union rates and low complications. Additionally, the single CC loop stabilization group had slightly better results regarding early functional outcomes, less implant irritation, and lower operative time. These results concluded that single CC loop stabilization is one of the alternative surgical techniques for unstable distal clavicular fractures with good outcomes.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
Completed
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
46
Inclusion Criteria

1. Aged 18-60 years old
2. Acute (less than 2 weeks) Neer type II-distal clavicular fractures

Exclusion Criteria

1. Associated ipsilateral upper extremity fractures (e.g. coracoid, acromion, scapula, or humerus fracture)
2. Fractures that extended to the middle third of the clavicle)
3. Open fractures
4. Associated neurovascular injury
5. Patients with comorbidities who have a high risk of surgery
6. Patients with low-demand activity

Study & Design

Study Type
Interventional
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Constant score 24 months after surgery Questionnaire
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
ASES Score 24 months after surgery questionnaire,VAS score of pain 24 months after surgery Questionnaire,Fracture displacement 24 months after surgery Radiological measurement,Coracoclavicular distance 24 months after surgery Radiological measurement,Union status 24 months after surgery Radiological measurement
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