Kneecap breakthrough? study pits old vs new surgery
NCT ID NCT04891549
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared two common surgeries for fixing a broken kneecap: tension band wiring and locking plate fixation. Researchers randomly assigned 122 adults to one of the two procedures and tracked their recovery using a knee function score. The goal was to see which method leads to better long-term knee health and fewer problems.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
surgical procedure (tension band fixation or locking plate fixation)
What this could lead to
If one method proves better, it could lead to improved recovery and fewer complications for people with broken kneecaps.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial with 122 participants, so results are limited in size. The findings may not apply to all fracture types or patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Aalborg University Hospital
Aalborg, 9000, Denmark
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Aarhus University Hospital
Aarhus, 8200, Denmark
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Regional Hospital Hjoerring
Hjørring, 9800, Denmark
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Regional Hospital Kolding
Kolding, 6000, Denmark
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Regional Hospital Randers
Randers, 8930, Denmark
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Regional Hospital Viborg
Viborg, 8800, Denmark