Outcome Study of Complex Distal Radius Fractures

The purpose of this study is to collect information about how people do after different treatments of a broken wrist to see if one treatment has better results.

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Key information

Conditions

Distal Radius Fractures Arm Injuries Fractures, Bone Wounds and Injuries Wrist Fractures Wrist Injuries

Age range

19 year–75 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

UF and Shands Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Institute

Gainesville, Florida, 32611, United States

About this study

Complex distal radius fractures are a common problem treated by orthopaedic surgeons. The purpose of this study is to compare the outcome between complex distal radius fractures treated with open reduction and internal fixation using a volar fixed angled plate versus and external fixator versus DRV. The hypothesis is that the volar fixed angled plate will have a superior outcome both radiographically and clinically.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

distal radius fracture

Exclusion criteria

none

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

Wrist Range of Motion

Time frame: one year post-op

An improvement of all aspects of wrist motion (extension, flexion, supination and pronation) over one year post-op.

Secondary outcomes

Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) and Patient Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE) scores

Time frame: one year post-op

An improvement of the DASH and PRWE scores over one year post-op.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Florida

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Registry information

Official study title

Outcome Study of Complex Distal Radius Fractures: Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) With A Volar Fixed Angled Plate Versus A Distal Radius Volar (DRV) Plate Versus External Fixation

Important dates

Study start: 2001
Primary completion: 2010
Study completion: 2012
First posted: Sep 12, 2005
Registry last updated: May 20, 2013

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