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Can a new skin flap keep bent fingers straight longer?

NCT ID NCT07786701

Disease control Sponsor: Associação de Assistência a Criança Deficiente Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 26, 2026 · Last updated Sep 04, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This trial compares two surgical techniques for treating camptodactyly, a condition where fingers are bent and can't fully straighten. Children and adolescents with a finger contracture of 30 degrees or more will be randomly assigned to receive either a radial longitudinal flap or a full-thickness skin graft after surgical release. The main question is whether the flap technique leads to better and longer-lasting finger extension at six months. Participants will be followed for six months to measure movement, recurrence, complications, and satisfaction.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Two surgical procedures: a radial longitudinal flap and a full-thickness skin graft, used to cover the skin defect after releasing contracted finger structures.
What this could lead to
If the radial flap proves superior, it could become the preferred surgical technique for camptodactyly, offering better and longer-lasting finger straightening.
What could go wrong
This is a small trial (42 fingers) and results may not apply to all cases. Surgery carries risks like infection, scarring, or recurrence of the bend.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 42 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Sep 2026

Expected to finish

Sep 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of camptodactyly. * Flexion contracture of the proximal interphalangeal joint ≥30°. * Indication for surgical treatment. * Written informed consent from adult participants or from parents/legal guardians for minors. * Assent from minor participants, when applicable. Exclusion Criteria: * Associated syndromes that may interfere with isolated assessment of camptodactyly (e.g., arthrogryposis). * Previous surgery on the affected finger. * Irreversible fixed joint stiffness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

camptodactyly of fingers Hand Deformities, Congenital

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Camptodactyly

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • AACD

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    São Paulo, São Paulo, 04026001, Brazil

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