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NCT03993691 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Wrist Fracture Evaluation With a Desktop Orthopedic Tomosynthesis System
A NA study, sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 30
- Enrollment target
NCT03993691 is a NA study that has completed, run by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. The registered enrollment target is 30 participants.
The verdict
NCT03993691, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 30 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Trauma to the extremities such wrist, ankle, limb is very common and affects all population groups. It constitutes a significant public health issue. Standard radiography remains the basic imaging tool. However, as a 2-dimensional (2D) imaging modality it lacks sensitivity and specificity. Misdiagnosis rates are known to be high, especially for non-displaced fractures of the scaphoid and talus as well as erosions due to rheumatoid arthritis. Misdiagnosis leads to over treatment and unnecessary loss of productivity and quality of life including 6-12 weeks in a cast. Missed fractures can result in a chronic, non-healing fracture that may require surgical fixation and early arthritis of the joint. From a physician perspective, a missed diagnosis can result in a lawsuit and an expensive settlement/penalty. Computed tomography (CT) offers high resolution and excellent visualization of bone and joint morphology, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) delivers soft tissue and cartilage visibility. However, cost, space and workflow related issues make them prohibitive for small orthopedic clinics. Although the radiation dose of a CT scan has been reduced considerably in recent years, it is still significantly higher than a regular radiograph. The whole-body scanners also have difficulties in imaging patients in portable and weight-bearing conditions. Dedicated extremity CT scanners have been commercialized recently in an attempt to address the current deficiency. They still suffer from higher cost and at such have a limited installation base.
Interventions
- DEVICE Tomo-E scan
- DEVICE Radiograph
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2019-11-05 |
| Est. Completion | 2021-11-03 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03993691
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03993691 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 30 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, which has 1,109 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Tomo-E scan is the first listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03993691 about?
NCT03993691 is a clinical study titled "Wrist Fracture Evaluation With a Desktop Orthopedic Tomosynthesis System". Trauma to the extremities such wrist, ankle, limb is very common and affects all population groups. It constitutes a significant public health issue. Standard radiography remains the basic imaging tool. However, as a 2-dimensional (2D) imaging modality it lacks sensitivity and specificity. Misdiagno...
What is the current status of trial NCT03993691?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 30 participants. The study started on 2019-11-05. Estimated completion is 2021-11-03.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03993691?
The interventions under investigation include: Tomo-E scan (DEVICE), Radiograph (DEVICE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03993691?
This trial is sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, which has 1,109 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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