Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:03 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:03 AM
NCT ID:
NCT02944058
Brief Summary:
The purpose of the project is to compare the management of 3 and 4 part proximal humerus fractures (PHF) with an angular stable plate (Philos) with that of an intramedullary nail (Multiloc) in light of complications, radiological, economical, functional and clinical outcome.
Detailed Description:
Randomized controlled trial (RCT) from Akershus University Hospital in Norway. Randomization between two implants. The investigators will use deltopectoral or deltoid split as surgical access. All patients will have calcar screws and cuff sutures. When lack of bone for example after decompressing valgus compressed fractures, a bone-substitute might be used in the surgeons preference. Follow up in outpatient clinic at 6, 12, 52 and 104 weeks, but also a 5 year follow up is planned. Postoperative radiographs of both shoulders and CT of operated shoulder will be taken.
Study:
NCT02944058
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT02944058