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Shape-Memory staple aims to speed healing of arthritic finger joints

NCT ID NCT06151834

Disease control Sponsor: Clinique Saint François, Nice, France Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new implant called KeriFuse for fusing the last joint of fingers damaged by osteoarthritis. The implant is a staple made of a special metal that returns to its original shape after being placed, which may help the bone heal faster. About 50 adults with painful finger arthritis will receive the implant during surgery, and doctors will track how quickly the bone fuses and whether pain decreases. The goal is to see if this device offers a better way to relieve pain and stabilize the joint compared to older methods.

What this could mean

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Active substance
KeriFuse implant (shape-memory intramedullary staple)
What this could lead to
If successful, this implant could provide faster and more reliable pain relief and joint fusion for people with severe finger arthritis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study without a comparison group. The implant may break, erode bone, or cause infection, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 50 people

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

Started

Dec 2023

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Eligible patients with osteoarthritis of finger for an interphalangeal arthrodesis with KeriFuse implant Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or breastfeeding patient * Patient with an intellectual disability and who therefore cannot follow the surgeon's instructions * Patients with contraindications to surgery * Patients with acute or chronic, local or systemic infections * Patients with sensitivities or allergies to device components (Nickel, Titanium)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, hand

As listed by the trial registrant

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Osteoarthritis finger Osteoarthritis thumb

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clinique Saint François

    RECRUITING

    Nice, 06000, France

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