Dissolving screws could save young knees from early arthritis

NCT ID NCT06462040

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how well dissolving screws work to fix broken cartilage pieces in the knees of people aged 12 to 35. The goal is to see if this surgery helps prevent long-term problems like pain, stiffness, and early arthritis. Researchers will track symptoms and daily function using questionnaires and imaging over time.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteochondritis dissecans

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • IRCCS Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute

    RECRUITING

    Bologna, Bologna, 40136, Italy

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••