New study aims to stop knee implants from failing in obese women

NCT ID NCT06019832

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Jacob M. Elkins Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at 54 obese women getting knee replacements to see if a stemmed or non-stemmed tibial implant works better. The goal is to find out which type reduces the risk of the implant collapsing or loosening over time. Researchers will track these outcomes to guide future surgical choices.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help surgeons choose better implant designs for obese patients, potentially reducing the need for repeat knee surgeries.
What could go wrong: This is a small, observational study with only 54 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It does not test a new treatment, only compares existing implant types.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder osteoarthritis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASEPTIC LOOSENING OBESITY VARUS COLLAPSE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Iowa Health Care Medical Center North Liberty

North Liberty, Iowa, 52317, United States

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